Who would we be without memories?

Posted 9/25/19

How much do you value the ability to remember the names and faces of all the many people who touched your life?

All joking aside about “senior moments” and old-age forgetfulness, we don’t …

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Who would we be without memories?

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How much do you value the ability to remember the names and faces of all the many people who touched your life?
All joking aside about “senior moments” and old-age forgetfulness, we don’t want to take for granted our God-given ability to remember.
Looking at old pictures and remembering special occasions or good times can put a smile on your face as you re-live experiences that filled you with joy.
Sometimes we need the interaction of others to jog our memories. That is why it is so important as a senior adult to stay connected with more than just a few friends.
What was one of your favorite books as a child? Why?
My favorites were The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary and Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White.
Both of these books sparked my imagination with the absurdity of small rodents, insects and farm animals talking and solving the kinds of problems grown-ups had in the real world.
I hope I don’t forget about Ralph with half of a ping-pong ball strapped on his head for a helmet zooming around the house on a toy motorcycle.
 That one memory may be the most insignificant sounding thing to you, but I smiled just thinking about it.
I remembered that my mother was the one who gave me those books. I love and miss her.
All your memories are somehow connected in your brain, and they collectively helped shape you into the kind of person you are.
When you ponder one small memory you may find the key to unlock many others.
Email me the title of your favorite childhood book and why you loved it to dan@lexingtonbaptist.org .
Next Week: Healing can be slow

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