Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Random Thought

Memories are subtle. I think a thought about the past and details are lost or non-existent. When I hold a photo the memory is more clear than when looking at a digital photo. Is there a tangible link to memory as it relates to tactile feelings? The photo itself is not the memory but only an paper record of the time. I find it is the same with music. Listening to older tunes evokes memories. But seeing a video created, not even from the era, evokes a different type of memory.

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Milestone For Today

Late last night actually will mark a milestone in our lives. I dropped Nick off at the ASU campus dorms. This will be the first night there for him and I doubt there will be much sleeping until morning based on what I saw.

The room is small but adequate. His roommate was not there so I was unable to meet him. He is very excited and he should be. This is a big step towards his future.

Donna was sad tonight to see him go but he will be back soon. Laundry will need to be cleaned and he'll invariably want a car for Saturday nights. I joked with her that she better pick him up on those days after she gets off of work. That way she will get an extra 30 minutes with him. Ha ha. I have a different outlook but I too am going to miss him around the house.

Here's to Nick, may your days at ASU be filled with fun, excitement and a positive experience for the rest of your life. ~Dad