This is how I built up memories.
Every memory in my life time will be reinforced into long term memory if it’d be related to any song in particular. Some songs will remind me of the past times during in which I had repeatedly played those songs. Music just plays a big role in my life.
For example, this Modest Mouse album “the Moon & Antarctica” will remind me of moments I stand alone in that empty office. Boulcott Street? Is that the way to spell the name? *I know—shameless English teacher* and I remember how I lost my focus for awhile; looking out of the window, thinking about life and what actually make us happy and sad… I remember the feeling.
I remember the old guy too that at times will stay back for maybe some extra work. He looked like he’s gona retire soon. He also looked like he has this whole routine looking at his desk and the things on it and around his cubicle… but he also looked empty. But who am I to judge. He probably has this colorful n exciting life; stories to tell and maybe plans for the weekend to some exotic island with his mistress.
I also remember the other building where I clean too on Willis Street. Especially the moment where I was going to call it a day, and I was tired and I will slowly sat there on the floor in front of the toilet; got my handphone out, and text my energy out of my head…does that even make sense?
So that’s how I built up memories—connecting them to repeatedly played songs.
And next time around, when I listen to the whole “First Impression on Earth”, I will remember the days when all of this happened so fast and for all I know, I was the perpetrator of a really shitty act and was sentenced without even having any chance to say anything. But that’s just how things go around here.