Yes, I have several messages saved on my iPhone that are from my T as well as a few from my mother because their voices bring me comfort. But I also have my old answering machine tapes from college(over 20 years ago) and I still save my phone messages(I put my phone on speaker and use a tape recorder). It is truly an oral history/diary of my life and I love the fact that I have recordings of family members who have since passed away. I think it's a great idea and if it helps you, then use it as a strategy.