14. Does your family buy, produce, or sell foreign goods? No, we own a radio, sewing machine, and clothes--all made in India. Family Possessions 15. What is each family member's most valued possession? Why? Namgay and Nalim: Religious objects because Buddhism is very important to our lives. Kinley: My books which I keep at school. Bangum: My skip rope. 16. What other possessions would you like to acquire? We would like to own a compound bow (bow and arrow). 17. What do you perceive as the signs of success? We do not aspire to success. We like to lead simple lives. 18. What decorative or heirloom objects do you own? We have no decorative objects, except painted wooden bowls/plates used for special occasions. 19. Do you value new things or old things more? Why? We value old things more. 20. What types of sacred objects are around the house? We have idols, religious books, scrolls, and an altar with religious objects and incense. 21. Describe the kinds of clothing each family member owns. Each family member has 3 changes of clothes. 22. Alcohol, tobacco, and firearms: Are they available and what family members use them? We drink the rice wine we make. We also make alcohol from wheat and millet.