Memories

I have a knack for remembering events, which happen to me. Regrettably, this memory does not work for studying else I would ace subjects like history with no problem. I remember the little moments that happen, which define friendships and how we interact. Depending on how much we hang out, I have moments where I bring up events which nobody else seems to be able to remember. I direct this to Andrew mostly because he claims I make up most of the stuff. To him, I say, "Nay, sir. I remember it as it happened... perhaps with a little bit more drama."

I remember being refused admittance to a certain science group in 6th grade, receiving brownies while cards at a picnic table, buying pie certificates for the price of $10, being asked my opinions on who I thought was 'hot' in our grade, trying to negotiate a deal of trading olive oil for steel, bowling with fellow EHAPers, and countless other experiences. Despite how insignificant some of the events were, I remembered them for a reason and they have shaped who I am today.

I have been contemplating what it would be like to share these memories with other people. Instead of a simple retelling through words, what if we could take the memories inside our heads and play them for others? This reminds me of Harry Potter's use of the Pensieve. Dumbledore is able to take his memories and physically put them into a bowl, so Harry can tangibly put himself in them. Through these experiences, Harry learns to understand who Voldemort really is. What if we had this ability in real life? What if loved ones exchanged their memories instead of vows to get married? How could you get much more intimate than that? Would this change the way negotiations happened? If we saw the suffering others endured, perhaps we could come to truces to problems like the Middle East?

The idea of memory transference seems simple enough, but I feel this could go so much deeper. I don't know where I am going with this, but I'll continue to mull over the idea. This is what I've been thinking about for my creative writings. My idea of memory transference is a little grimmer than the Pensieve. Through cannibalism, my characters obtain the memories of their dead friend. Because memories make up who we are, I feel as if they are woven into our very flesh. By eating the flesh, the consumer tastes and sees the life that was lived.

Now, you have seen some of the inner workings of my brain. Yeah, I'm kinda screwed up. If any other ideas come to mind, I'll let you guys know.

I talked to a certain co-blogist and she (if that wasn't a hint enough to who it was) said we should keep the blog running together. She is more than able to keep up two blogs. She even promised to give us the good posts. *wink* I'll hold you to your word, mystery co-blogist.

I'm glad to see Daniel posting considering it's been forever since we've heard from him. When did you become so obsessed with computers? I feel most of your writings have been about technology advancements in that field.

Finally, a very happy 21st birthday to Andrew! Next time we meet, we shall share a beer together. It will be a beer of epic proportions.

Expect to hear more of me since someone said I never write on the blog. I shall prove that person wrong, and that Alexander can indeed write well and often.