What are the fondest memories of your life?

[mustachioed_badass_42]

On a rock in an obscure corner of the universe, there lived some clever animals, preoccupied with their lives. After the universe had drawn a few breaths, the rock grew old and the clever animals had to die. This may have been just a moment for the universe, but for the animals, it was their entire life; and amidst the vast nihility of the universe, they had their little joys and sorrows to give meaning to their lives.

I feel that the one great thing that characterises humanity is the fond memories that they carry through their lives. Do you have any such memories which suddenly hit upon your mind, and strike a chord of serenity and tranquility among the hustle and bustle of our age? Any memory which paints a shade of colour on the canvas of your heart even in a dull and grey day? If any, there lies this thread to immortalise the fleeting experience. And I would be greatly delighted to know of such memories that you may have.

 

[Abstamyous]

I'm just an old lady, drinking coffee and overthinking your post. However, I am grateful for the peaceful moments you have provided, so thank you.

When I was 3-5 years old, my parents owned a farm that had a large wooded area. To me, that place wasn't on Earth; it was our own private planet. I learned to not be afraid to get my hands dirty. I jumped into ponds without being afraid of what was under the water. I watched wild animals eat each other, and understood what nature was. And I was very unaware of what was happening in my parents' relationship, as I was so focused on the land around us.

My love for music came from afternoons spent dancing with my sisters. The 80s era (that I unfortunately missed by a few years) taught me to enjoy so many strange sounds, and that I could feel an inner vibration to anything that played. As a preteen/teenager, people shared music with me that I still listen to this day. To me, that was the most loving thing someone could share.

There was a moment during the births of my children, where I could tell myself I was strong.

I learned how easy I could convince myself that my lies were true, when I was binge drinking. Getting sober taught me it was okay to be honest, even if it hurt. It only hurts for a little while.

There have been a lot of circumstances over the years, that have had me question my worth. I've figured out that the things that do this, actually hold no relevance on my worth at all.

 

[mustachioed_badass_42]

Glad to know about your experiences @Abstamyous !