Imagine keeping a diary without ever writing down a single word. When a little girl visits her great grandfather, she discovers a fascinating collection of old matchboxes in his home. Inside each tiny box is a special object: an olive pit, a rusty bottle cap, an old ticket. Together, they open the boxes, and her great grandfather begins to share the story of his life. You will listen as he describes his long journey across the ocean from Italy to a brand new country. Because he could not read or write when he was young, he saved these small treasures to remember the most important moments, like the hunger of the boat ride and the absolute thrill of his very first baseball game. Told entirely through their gentle conversation, this touching story reveals the struggles and triumphs of starting over in a new place. It is a beautiful reminder that the smallest objects can hold the biggest memories, and that everyone has a unique family history waiting to be discovered.