Guest Column: Personal Essay
Time Machines Do Exist
If you’ve never gone “Back to the Future,” the author advises it’s not only possible but worth the trip.
I didn’t laugh as much as I thought I would at my 40th high school reunion, but I cried a bit more than anticipated. You think you remember a lot from high school. Actually, you do. But you’ve forgotten a lot, too, so be prepared to have your historical constructions rearranged. As my son prepares to graduate --- in the spring, I hope he can look back four decades later, as I have, and come away grateful for his life and appreciative of the privilege of still being on the planet. Not everyone makes it this far. First, if you’re planning on going, give yourself a pat on the back for taking a brave step. Also, keep expectations low. It’s probably not the time to right old wrongs. Be prepared to accept one of my sayings: Life is cumulative. …
MW
9:23 am on Sunday, May 12, 2013
Jonathan, please tell us you are not talking about your life! Nothing and no one is worth that. You are important!! more ›