Rings a Bell
If anything rings a bell, it causes us to remember.
We may not remember all the details. However, we do remember small amounts.
- Faces look like people we know.
- Places seem familiar.
- Activities remind us of past events.
- Words make us think of books or movies.
Many things don’t ring a bell.
As we get older, near our golden years, we often say, “That does not ring a bell.” We think we should remember something, but we don’t.
The bell in this memorial park reminds me of the original Liberty Bell. Yet, I fail to remember all I once knew about it. If I want to remember more, I have to look it up in books or online.
Often, what rings a bell comes out of the blue.
We don’t expect it. Yet, it happens.
- A special song
- The smell of favorite foods
- An old picture
What rings a bell can cause both good and bad memories.
- Enjoy and give thanks for the good ones.
- Let bygones be bygones for the bad ones.
This Memorial Day and always, may we remember the gifts of those who lived before us. May we also remember the Giver of life and all good gifts.
“They remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer” (Psalm 78:35 NIV).
What rings a bell for you? A special song? The smell of favorite foods? An old picture? Please comment below.
Thanks to Kristy Robinson Horine for the suggestion.
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