This was an odd weekend for me--for some reason, I was reminded of the past over and over and over again. The rain reminded me of home, talk of travel reminded me of an old girlfriend and Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" reminded me of my time in the Coast Guard and my Mom.
I think memories have a much deeper effect on our overall happiness than we realize. I made the mistake of sending an email to an old friend recalling some of the good times we had only to be shunned for doing so. This reaction should have little bearing on my happiness because our good times were so long ago, but I would be lying if I said my feelings aren't hurt.
It's important to always be moving forward and not dwelling in the past, but I would argue that dwelling in the past can feel really good. Despite the unexpected reaction from my friend, our good times are sealed forever. They can't be taken away. However, sometimes memories are better off when enjoyed alone.
--Schmidty
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