Posted by Karen_kay on November 30, 2003, at 21:12:15
In reply to Memory, posted by Dinah on November 26, 2003, at 15:44:40
I know that I have conceivably the worst memory in history. I remember almost nothing from my childhood, with the exception of a few traumatic events. Then, I hear stories from my sisters and I'm not sure if I actually remember details or if they are false memories gained from the stories. Memory is tricky like that. (I'm not suggesting in any way that your memory is false) But, outside events do trigger memories. I've gained 2 very solid memories in the past month that I would doubt except that while speaking with a friend she said that I told her about one occassion.
I guess what I'm getting at is that when your body and mind is ready to actually know what happened you will remember who handed you the knife. There is a reason that you dissassociated (or repressed, depending on which book or journal you read) from that period of time. You were too fragile to handle what happened, as I suspect you still are today. When you are really ready to know, then you will remember. And I have no doubt you will be able to cope, as you seem to be very strong. I hope that I was able to provide a little bit of comfort to you. It is rough to remember things like that. You just have to learn from it and move on, which I'm sure you will. Good luck hun.
Karen
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