Denise Duhamel reads "Dear Memory"

The transcript explores the theme of memory and forgetfulness through a series of personal anecdotes. It begins with a humorous take on losing keys and holding grudges, then moves to the fading memories of people and places. The speaker recalls moments of clarity, such as walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, and reflects on routine health checks and the forgetfulness surrounding them. The narrative concludes with forgotten ideas and dreams, and the search for a mysterious key.

What does the narrator struggle to remember about people from their past?

• Their phone numbers

• Their birthdays

• Their names

• Their favorite colors

What emotion did the narrator feel when they first stopped drinking?

• Fear

• Anger

• Gratitude

• Sadness

What does the narrator often forget about their health appointments?

• The name of their doctor

• The location of the clinic

• The time of the appointment

• The type of appointment

What does the narrator find puzzling about their key ring?

• The number of keys

• The color of the keys

• The purpose of a specific key

• The material of the keys

What does the narrator question about their water consumption?

• If they are drinking enough

• If they are drinking too much

• If the water is clean

• If the water is cold