What a trip. Sitting there on the floor surrounded by piles of paper sure made it easy to reminisce. By the way, I never sit on the floor anymore and am so amazed I did not have to call for paramedics to get back onto my feet. My dog was quite distressed at first. He probably thought I had fallen again!
Anyway, it reminded me that this year I received an invite to the 40Th class reunion. I don't remember most of those people. Is that weird? Is it just me? Is my memory going? I like to think that I just live in the moment more than most people.
I discovered a face book page for a place in Africa where military were stationed, including my first husband, and so many of those guys commented that that was the best time of their lives and they would love to go back. Not me. Don't get me wrong, I have no regrets and am SO glad I went. But I do not want to go back. I remember wonderful people and unforgettable sights. I also remember unsanitary conditions, unimaginable poverty, and diseases. It was not the best time of my life.
I asked myself when was the best time. Hmmmmm. HMMMMMMM. My best memories are from when my husband was alive and stationed ashore and the kids were young. We were scraping by financially but very happy. But the best time of my life? I have to say the best time of my life is now. Each day. Even the bad days. The days when I am recovering from bone grafts are still the best days. Every one. I am not wealthy or famous but I am comfortable and surrounded by loving family and caring friends. I am thankful to live in this country at this time by the grace of God.
Yes, I would give anything to have my husband alive but we had 17 wonderful years together on this earth and someday will be together again, so now, right now is the best time of my life and I don't wanna go back - ever. I did however enjoy my afternoon of memories.
2 comments:
It sounds like you had a great time visiting the past as you sat on the floor. It is nice to look at what you have from the past, but 40 years ago can be a bit overwhelming for many. People, grow, live and change. You had quite a life and a good life as it is not material things that make life good, it does help, but it is those that we love, our family, friends and those gone before us. You have friends and family that care so much about you and that in itself is a huge blessing. How nice to have your afternoon of memories and enjoy it and reflect.
Yes, it was pleasant. But now I am thinking I should have stopped there and not done more sorting as I am really sore tonight!
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