“One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.” ~Golda Meir
As I continue to get older (thankfully) the urge to reflect on the past gets stronger as I indulge in the “good times” that make up the history of a person that isn’t around much anymore. The simple life that consisted of responsibilities like paying rent and… uh… making it to work on time and… um… some other stuff I’m sure, the point being that the “load” was a lot lighter and there was a greater focus on having fun, doing what was fun, and finding the fun wherever I could. A lifestyle like that makes for memories worth revisiting from time to time if for no other reason than to get a good laugh and remind yourself of that time that was a little simpler, not better or worse, just…simpler.
Some people might argue that dwelling in the past prevents you from moving forward with life but I say if one quick trip down memory lane reminds you of a life experience that you cherish and makes you want to reach out to that old friend you haven’t spoken to in years, then how could that possibly be a bad thing? My mental time machine serves me well, reminding me of the important people in my life, those who were there back then and those that are still here now, reminding me of who I am deep down beneath all of the “grown up” stuff and responsibilities. So I take my trips, some longer than others down memory lane and I’m always careful not to get lost on my way back, making sure I don’t ever lose sight of what my life is TODAY and the role I play in it. Because one day, the memories I’m creating now will help me to appreciate the new stages of my life that are still to come.
~ Cp
Some people might argue that dwelling in the past prevents you from moving forward with life but I say if one quick trip down memory lane reminds you of a life experience that you cherish and makes you want to reach out to that old friend you haven’t spoken to in years, then how could that possibly be a bad thing? My mental time machine serves me well, reminding me of the important people in my life, those who were there back then and those that are still here now, reminding me of who I am deep down beneath all of the “grown up” stuff and responsibilities. So I take my trips, some longer than others down memory lane and I’m always careful not to get lost on my way back, making sure I don’t ever lose sight of what my life is TODAY and the role I play in it. Because one day, the memories I’m creating now will help me to appreciate the new stages of my life that are still to come.