Memories

 By Martin Sercombe

 

Once an adventurous woman, Grandma Lila had grown tired and found solace in the quiet moments of life. One day, as she was sitting in her rocking chair, she realized that her most cherished memories were slipping away from her. She knew that she needed to do something to preserve them before they were lost forever.

She decided to pickle all her best memories in jam jars. She spent hours in her kitchen, carefully selecting the best ingredients for each jar - a sprinkle of laughter, a dash of love, a pinch of adventure, and a spoonful of warmth. She sealed each jar with a loving kiss and placed them on a shelf in her pantry.

As the days passed, Grandma Lila found herself returning to her memories, unscrewing a jar and taking a whiff of its contents. She marvelled at how each jar held a unique aroma, each scent taking her back to a different time in her life.

The jar labelled "Summer Days" smelled of fresh-cut grass and the sound of children playing. The jar labelled "First Love" smelled of roses and held the flutter of a young heart. The jar labelled "Family Gatherings" smelled of warm apple pie and carried the sound of laughter around the dinner table.

Through the jars, Grandma Lila was able to relive her happiest moments, savouring each memory as if it were a precious gift.

Years went by, and Grandma Lila grew older. But the jars remained, preserving her memories for generations to come.