URGENT UPDATE: A broken Christmas ornament has unveiled a delightful surprise that has captivated social media users. Ashley Gutierrez Siler, 40, from Augusta, Georgia, shared a viral post on December 10, 2023 after her mother accidentally smashed a vintage ornament, discovering hidden notes from a child named BJ dating back to the 1960s and 1970s.
The ornament, part of a long-standing collection, shattered during holiday decorating, exposing a treasure trove of nostalgic messages. “She doesn’t know where or when she thrifted it,” Gutierrez Siler revealed. “She’s been collecting vintage ornaments for decades, primarily in Georgia or South Carolina.”
Among the broken shards, Gutierrez Siler’s mother found rolled-up pieces of paper containing jokes and predictions. One note from 1971 read: “Merry Christmas to the future!” while another from 1964 warned: “If you are over 40 you will become happy soon. If you are under 40 you will become sad soon.” The whimsical nature of these messages has sparked joy and intrigue online.
The post has garnered over 3,500 upvotes on Reddit, with users expressing their delight. One commenter joked, “So glad I’m over 40, can’t wait to be happy soon,” while others mused about BJ’s potential reaction to the discovery of his notes decades later.
Gutierrez Siler expressed her hope that “grown-up BJ” still finds joy in life, reflecting on the magic of childhood creativity. She plans to continue this tradition with her daughter, encouraging others to do the same. “I love the reaction—we could all use some joy and magic right now,” she stated.
The emotional impact of this discovery resonates particularly as Americans are expected to spend an average of $1,007 on holiday gifts this year, according to a Gallup survey. This nostalgic find serves as a reminder of the joy and connection that the holiday season can bring, even in unexpected ways.
As families across the nation engage in their holiday traditions, the story of Gutierrez Siler and BJ reminds us all of the simple yet profound ways we can connect with the past and spread happiness to others. Keep an eye on your ornaments—it just might hold a piece of someone’s history waiting to be discovered.
