Forget Budget Apps—The Amish Have the Ultimate Money-Saving System
Music Over Portraits
The Amish are no strangers to creativity, with many excelling as musicians and writers. Yet when it comes to visual arts, don’t expect to find family portraits hanging in their homes. Painting people is a no-go, as they consider it a graven image. Instead, they believe cherished memories of loved ones should live in their hearts, not on the walls.
This simplicity offers a refreshing perspective—and saves money. Forgoing pricey portraits and elaborate memorials encourages focusing on meaningful connections while they last. Perhaps the best way to honor loved ones isn’t through art but through the stories and songs they inspire.
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