I so enjoyed reading this Brigitte. Memory as a bridge, an apt and beautiful metaphor. In the text, I enjoyed the detail of how the famous madeleine cake is introduced as illustration of memory as a guest who invites itself, and then noting that in walking in the house, you are the one summoning memories. But then, after a while, they start summoning themselves: "It is my mother’s younger voice, now so clear and near, almost as if it was looking for me." This detail of her voice so evocative. When you are in your own room and "years collapse", yes!, all of these layers coming all at once.
I can’t believe I am just now seeing this gorgeous piece Brigitte. Gosh there’s just been too much to take in, but grateful to have read it now. This idea that memory is ours to shape and celebrate beyond a black and white snapshot into a multicolored future is terrific. Restacked it also, more should see it.
I so enjoyed reading this Brigitte. Memory as a bridge, an apt and beautiful metaphor. In the text, I enjoyed the detail of how the famous madeleine cake is introduced as illustration of memory as a guest who invites itself, and then noting that in walking in the house, you are the one summoning memories. But then, after a while, they start summoning themselves: "It is my mother’s younger voice, now so clear and near, almost as if it was looking for me." This detail of her voice so evocative. When you are in your own room and "years collapse", yes!, all of these layers coming all at once.
Thank you so much for reading and sharing this wonderful comment, Marie.
how beautiful. i co-sign on every single word.
I can’t believe I am just now seeing this gorgeous piece Brigitte. Gosh there’s just been too much to take in, but grateful to have read it now. This idea that memory is ours to shape and celebrate beyond a black and white snapshot into a multicolored future is terrific. Restacked it also, more should see it.
Thank you so much for your nice words & taking the time to read it, Rick! Made my day.
Beautiful, I felt like I was walking right there with you. And loved the Tennessee Williams quote!