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Patricia
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0 posted 2003-05-19 09:46 PM


Memory Has A Mind ...

Our memory does have a mind all its own,
Selecting but from the seeds we’ve sown.
Of chaotic clutter, it tries to make sense,
Drawing upon only its frame of reference.

Perspectives and philosophies are sprung,
From our memory, not our mind nor tongue.
Thus caught in conflict, we often remain
From past experience stored in our brain.

Evaluations are made in aggregate sum,
Based only from point of whence we come.
As we hold onto our past for memory sake,
We can never be certain of chance we take.

So, next time I am asked for the truth to recall,
I’ll ask first if my memory held any truth at all.

I think I love him...
but my love is but a memory...

[This message has been edited by Patricia (05-19-2003 11:03 PM).]

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QjQ
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1 posted 2003-05-19 09:55 PM


thoughts well expressed!!!!!

Poetry gives us relief, We give poetry reason.

nakdthoughts
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2 posted 2003-05-19 10:03 PM


So, next time I am asked for the truth to recall,
I’ll ask first if my memory held any truth at all.


wow...

my thoughts exactly
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Martie
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3 posted 2003-05-19 11:27 PM


Patricia...True and so well said!
icebox
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4 posted 2003-05-19 11:38 PM


A clear reflection on memory.  Thank you for sharing it.
JingleBear
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5 posted 2003-05-19 11:40 PM


Very true... really makes ya think...
Saunni
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6 posted 2003-05-20 12:01 PM


Another awesome write I have read tonight! Awesome!

Sauni:)The Only Time I See The Sun Is When I'm Within That Vanilla Breeze.The Only Time I'm One With The Sun Is When He Shelters Me From The Rain. L.S

Nan
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7 posted 2003-05-20 08:33 AM


And love has a mind of its own indeed... This is lovely, Patricia...
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8 posted 2003-05-20 09:35 AM


nice
Sunshine
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9 posted 2003-05-20 10:42 AM



How insightful in so many ways.
Thank you again, Patricia, for this
glimpse into your art.

Ericc
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10 posted 2003-05-20 04:24 PM


Wonderful!
Eric

Margherita
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11 posted 2003-05-20 05:35 PM


Great dissertation!
Memory is selective yes, you have said this beautifully.
Love, Margherita

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