So many have expressed my views...use them! Use all the things that are tucked away because they are "too good to use". My MIL never seemed to "have much"...knew her for over 40 years...sadly when she passed, and we had the task of going through everything...she had so many beautiful things tucked away...china, crystal, embroidered pillowcases, crocheted tablecloths, silverware, vases, pottery, silk scarves, and so much more. My DH had never seen most of it. We all shared her beautiful things, and now use them regularly!