The Kindness of Making Memories

"It's great to reminisce about good memories of my past.  It was enjoyable when it was today.  So learning to enjoy today has two benefits:  it gives me happiness right now, and it becomes a good memory later."
― George Foreman

I have a very special friend who knows how to create memories.  Recently, after hosting a brunch at her house for two families, she texted me:  "I am determined to spend as much time with friends and family enjoying November and December.  If you think about it, the best memories are those special days...  Seasons, birthdays are flying past us.  The only thing we take with us is the memories of those special days."  Her determination to make those good times happen inspires me to be a little more proactive than I would ordinarily be in planning my social calendar ― because I know that she is right.