Reality hit me once again when I realized that my local gym listed me as "idosa," which I associate with the elderly who languish in nursing homes. (So similar to "idiosa") What memories comfort those elderlty in their long hours of infirmity, isolation, and possible confusion? Memory is so precious. I wonder: Does the coyote, fox, eagle, or beaver have memory? Will any of them carry an image of you in their memories? As always, we love your writing, and this is one of the best. Damn, you should move close to us! Your Colorado friends should cherish and treasure you two jewels.
Reality hit me once again when I realized that my local gym listed me as "idosa," which I associate with the elderly who languish in nursing homes. (So similar to "idiosa") What memories comfort those elderlty in their long hours of infirmity, isolation, and possible confusion? Memory is so precious. I wonder: Does the coyote, fox, eagle, or beaver have memory? Will any of them carry an image of you in their memories? As always, we love your writing, and this is one of the best. Damn, you should move close to us! Your Colorado friends should cherish and treasure you two jewels.
The real word is "idoso" or "idosa" but my brain confuses the word with English "idiot(s)." Analyze that!
Ha!
I suppose this statement fits the river of time as well:
“No person ever steps in the same river twice, for it’s never the same river, and they’re not the same person.” -Heraclitus
Rejoice in the experiences of life. They’re never the same, and they bring enrichment. And we never know when we won’t be able to enjoy them again.
"We don't tend to think of" memory" as a superpower - but it is."
You're absolutely right, and I love this idea. Thank you Dante!