I have many fond memories of my childhood; in fact I have fond
memories from each stage of my life. As a young kid it was all about
hanging out with friends, running around the neighborhood, playing ball,
hide-n-seek, really any outdoor activity but we also played board games and had
puppet shows.
As I got older in high school I made new friends and had new
experiences like learning to drive, cruising on a Friday night through Steak n
Shake going to school events. It was similar in college but now being
more responsible I had a job and goals. Going to concerts and sports
events were an important part of college life.
Meeting my wife (Mimi) and her family was another big event in my
life, which brought many fond memories and laughter. Family always
created great memories for me. Playing all day with my kids was as much
fun for me as them. Teaching my kids to ride a bike, swing a bat, kick
a soccer ball or fly a kite was an achievement for me as much as them. I thoroughly
enjoyed those moments and think about them often. Seeing your child laugh
uncontrollably, the expressive look on their face when they discover something
new like sledding down a snowy hill is a fun memory.
You may have owned many cars, clothes, jewelry, toys and other
material possessions but the fondest memories are the good times you had with
others. Buying a fancy watch, cool car or fast boat was exciting but
without your family and friends to share your life experiences these material
possessions would have little value.
How much fun would you have driving your cool car without anyone
sitting next to you? Don't get me wrong we all need and want things but
as you get older you realize that things are not as nearly as important as they
might first appear to be.
I hope you are still making memories with friends and family,
playing cards, enjoying a barbecue or just sitting around talking and laughing
maybe even reminiscing about old times. I love seeing my kids as grown
adults and listening to their stories and laughter about their life, those are
good memories for me too. Today's good times will be tomorrow's fond
memories.
I guess my story title is not totally accurate since these are my
memories I didn't miss out on them I keep them in my memory so every once in
awhile I go back in my mind and relive these moments just for a brief time.
Like most people life has brought me good times as well as bad but the
funny thing about my brain is that it seems to put a fog over the bad things
making the good memories more prominent.
Many people collect things, stamps, coins, beer cans, fishing lures, etc. but I never was in to collecting until I realized I collect friends and memories.
Many people collect things, stamps, coins, beer cans, fishing lures, etc. but I never was in to collecting until I realized I collect friends and memories.
No comments:
Post a Comment