Memory

I have an odd memory,

My parents say.

I don’t recall the things I ought to.

Instead, I remember details,

Feelings, sights and sounds

That others fail to see.

 

I remember my uncle’s ex,

Crossing the rope in a museum

And playing the piano for me.

 

I remember that dad’s friend Tim,

Has a dead pixel in his

Computer screen.

 

I remember my last birthday,

I put my hand out the car window

and felt the breeze, intently.

 

I remember my favourite boots

In nursery, purple, snakeskin.

My mum donated them to charity.

 

No-one else remembers these.

But I like that, now

They belong to me.

Reviews

[Chris]

Our perceptions are part of what make us unique. What we notice has meaning for us... I remember blades of sawgrass and bamboo stands... ocean waves and sand-filling footprints... the taste on moonlight, the FEEL of snowflakes in my eyes. Our gestalts make us ...thought-full

[Cryingkate]

Chris, I love the way you explained this. It helps me too. I am also that way.

[Chris]

It's nice to share...

[Cryingkate]

You've been that way since I known you. I never visit you enough

[Chris]

Well, life has this way of keeping us busy - ya know?

[annalysiar]

This is very nicely written, great capture of the minds perspective of memory.

[Archos]

Beautiful idea and a beautiful poem. This kind of memories are the true fortune!

[Alisa Js]

Aloha,

This one is quite refreshing in subject matter and style.

Thank you for sharing.

Alisa💫

[armin]

some odd memories driven in your mind and frankly speaking this write was certainly different from what I've read in recent past but it was beautifully done.
Enjoyed it.

Armin. ...

[Cryingkate]

What a great and helpful write. Bringing that up also lets me know I am not alone.
I too am like that and wondered why.
Perfect !

[McBear]

Amazing, friend! I loved the way you did this. Also, our perceptions on things do make us unique!

[Willard Wells]

Personal memories created by an observant mind. Beautifully done piece. I travel within my world often also. You control the trip and the outcome which sometimes help in facing the reality of the day. Thank you for this fine work.

[Urja Gokani]

this piece of writing is well expressed well penned amazingly written keep it up !! :)

[CiNtsaLis]

Gorgeously written (: I really like your style. It's simple but really meaningful.