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Tuesday, February 06, 2007, Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Memories - Edit or Erase?
Have you ever wondered why memories cannot be erased?
One of the struggles of the human mind is to forget memories that we choose not to keep even though we are often caught in the paradox of relishing the beautiful memories when everything is going well. More often that not, we are caught in the situation of not choosing to fully commit ourself to a person or a career or anything that you have set your mind to do because of the past memories.
Past memories are powerful. Because they can either propel you towards a better future or ground you right this very moment. If a person chooses to cling on to the past and keep reminisicing the past, he/she will not be able to enjoy the present; let alone have higher expectations of the future that is yet to come.
Sometimes, I really hope that my mind could be like a harddisk where I could simply do a right click and select the 'Format HD' option to erase the memories of the past or to selectively delete some of the memories that I choose not to retain. But everytime I have this thought, He always reminds me that although we cannot delete our memories, we can certaintly lift it up to Him through prayers. By doing so, we leave our past memories or hurts at the cross; so when we come down from it, we are being 'set free' from the past memories.
Many have tried but not all have 100% success. However, what is important is what you have gained from the process of trying.
Becoming more resilient or Being weaken?
Personally, by writting this blog from time to time ever since I started in 2004 when I was in my past relationship always never fails to remind me of the beautiful past I used to have.
The times we spent.
The countless streets we walked.
The endless laughther we had.
The precious gifts we exchanged.
You asked; are those memories sweet? Yes of course they are. But I have to remind myself that like all things in life, we have to progress and people mature overtime. Although the past was beautiful, but the future would be even better!
The truth is I used to waver a lot on this aspect as my closest friends would have tell you.
However right now as I am typing, I have never been more convicted and convinced in my heart that the future is going to be better; IN ALL ASPECTS.
And although I missed the feeling of being loved and missed by a partner; I am always reminded that I am missed and loved by the very one who created me.
Isn't that awesome enough to leave you in a warm soothing feeling? Just like what a cup of hot coffee or a bowl of hot soup will do to you in the midst of the coldest winter?
That is what I mean by being able to count your blessings even when you are waiting. :)
One Decision to lay down His life.
An Eternity of salvation and restoration made avaliable to mankind.
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