[kebsfroggy]

I live with someone I don't know (and don't particularly like)
I have a 24 yr old son I can't remember.

Neither understand that almost all the memories are gone.

In family discussions remembering funny stories from the past, I have no idea what they are talking about.

When I talk to my 24 yr old, I'm uncomfortable. I don't know what to say. I can't remember his life at all. That's what hurts the most.

My son's grandmother (on father's side of family) died and I had no emotional response. I don't even remember her much.

All I have left are photos in boxes, albums and on CDs. I look through the pictures every so often. Sometimes I realize I knew those people but events and locations are completely gone.

It's been almost 4 years now since I lost my memory of what happened in my life for the previous 25+ years. Except for a few little snippets nothing remains.

My therapist says I just have to move on. I wish it were that easy.

[tat2doc]

So what's the problem? A lot of people would love to forget their past.....lol

Seriously though, how can you be expected to move on if you don't know where you came from?

Can you keep a diary of your memories? Like who certain people are, and important events/memories in their lives. Perhaps these people could fill in some blanks for you and you could use it to refresh your memory when they come to visit or chat.

Just a thought!

[valexand]

Maybe this situation is temporary? Do you have dementia? My dad had the same but slowly he came back to us. Mysteries of the human brain I guess.
Don't fret. I'm sure it's equally painful to your family not remembering them. I'm willing to bet it is most difficult for your son.
So you don't remember? That's ok. Try to see the people that are around you, look at their good traits and the way they take care of you. Maybe you can love them all over again. You can always make new memories.

[kebsfroggy]

Originally Posted by tat2doc

So what's the problem? A lot of people would love to forget their past.....lol

Seriously though, how can you be expected to move on if you don't know where you came from?

My point exactly!

I'm sure there are a lot of things I'm probably glad I can't remember.

The important thing for me is not remembering the people, even if I can remember their name, I can't remember who they are.

Oh well life goes on even if you are not ready for it.

[turquoisesea]

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[Lenny]

I'm so sorry froggy...our memories so define us...

I don't know the nature of your memory loss but so much progress is being experienced today regarding memory. Keep on trying to make associations and learning...

And of course...building wonderfull new memoires...

Lenny

[Fuzzybear]

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[notz]

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Glad you talk here.