Beyond Memories

You reach out to the friends you grew up with, only to find them unavailable, and when you finally connect, it’s clear you’re not on the same wavelength.

No rapport.

Nothing in common.

Just awkward silences.

Everyone has moved on.

Then it dawns on you—you’re the only one lingering in the past.

And you start to ponder:

Maybe the past is where you truly belong.

People are grappling with so much—illness, loss, survival. Life’s challenges have pulled them away from the place you’re trying to beckon them back to—the past.

They can’t relate.

They’re too consumed by their present struggles to dwell on the past.

The past, where everything was ordinary. Where their current burdens didn’t exist. Where life was simpler, free from sickness and grief.

Where everything seemed perfect.

But they no longer reside there.

Their realities have shifted.

They’re living in the here and now,

Beyond memories…

 

©Kim Kures, 22/04/2024

About Kim

I love reading, writing, listening to music and cooking. I never get tired of these. My love for reading and listening to music are the best gifts my dad gave me. The love for writing was birthed there. My favourite pastime is a good book, a cup of tea and music. When I'm not writing or pouring my heart into charity, then you'll find me helping bricks and mortar companies, organizations and individuals find a niche on the social media space. I made my debut with the memorable easy-to-read memoir, Seasons. I am a lover and will be happy to get your feedbacks on hello@kimkures.com
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8 Responses to Beyond Memories

  1. Angel Wada-Ewansiha says:

    Hmmm hmmm food for thought

  2. Fiyin says:

    It seems we have all grown up. Sigh.

  3. Hela says:

    Hmm….Life has happened to us all…

  4. SARAH AKPAMA AGBON says:

    The renewal of the mind equals to transformation of life. As we keep expecting brighter future, move from one level to another.we meet new people,new environment,jobs etc,Not realy forgetting the past,but grow for better achievement and brigther future.

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