Embarrassing confessions about those of you I see at Spyderfest

[Lamonster]

I just wanted to let you know that I am really bad with remembering names, even the ones I know well. My mind seems to be blanking out more than usual and even though we may have met several times before I may not remember who you are or your name. A lot of times I just stay with the conversation hoping it will come back to me. I know this is somewhat disrespectful but I mean no disrespect and it's not that you're not that important to me, you are. So if I look a little lost when you come up and say hi it's because I am, I guess the 1970's were a little hard on me and that part of my memory seems to be fading quick. pps:

I might add that I'm hard of hearing and have sever ringing in my ears so I do a lot of lip reading and try and figure out what your saying by putting the rest of the conversation together. So if you ask me a question and I give you some off the wall answer it's most likely I didn't hear it correctly and took my best shot at it. I honestly never planned on living this long and my past lifestyle has caught up to me and it really bothers me because I love people and if I could have two wishes it wouldn't be for fame or fortune, it would be for the ringing in my ears to stop and that I could remember everyone's name when I meet them.
nojoke

Can't wait to see you all at Spyderfest :yes::2excited:

 

[TexasSpyder]

Common

That's pretty common among "our" generation. Have all the symptoms you listed and many more. I just do the best I can. Fortunatly I remember faces pretty well but don't ask me the name.

J. D.

 

[SPYD1]

I know what you are talking about. I'm often embarrassed not being able to remember names when I should. To complicate this I have a great ability to remember a face and find myself saying "you look familiar" and when they tell e who they are I should know their name. My wife is helpful with this. I have lived in my house for 8 years and I still I problems with my neighbors names. I, like you, just hope they understand.

 

[Woody]

Name tags are not worn at SF?

With SL AND real name.

 

[harrypottar]

Although I wont be at Spyderfest due to work, if you see me around I answer to most things and trust me I've been called a lot worse than anyone can come up with...

Did I ever tell you about that time I broke up with ....

harry

 

[ironbuttdean]

I know

Lamonster, I can relate.

I just wanted to let you know that I am really bad with remembering names, even the ones I know well. My mind seems to be blanking out more than usual and even though we may have met several times before I may not remember who you are or your name. A lot of times I just stay with the conversation hoping it will come back to me. I know this is somewhat disrespectful but I mean no disrespect and it's not that you're not that important to me, you are. So if I look a little lost when you come up and say hi it's because I am, I guess the 70's were a little hard on me and that part of my memory seems to be fading quick. pps:

I might add that I'm hard of hearing and have sever ringing in my ears so I do a lot of lip reading and try and figure out what your saying by putting the rest of the conversation together. So if you ask me a question and I give you some off the wall answer it's most likely I didn't hear it correctly and took my best shot at it. I honestly never planned on living this long and my past lifestyle has caught up to me and it really bothers me because I love people and if I could have two wishes it wouldn't be for fame or fortune, it would be for the ringing in my ears to stop and that I could remember everyone's name when I meet them.
nojoke

Can't wait to see you all at Spyderfest :yes::2excited:

 

[bruisersbaby]

Being 'slightly' older than you, Bruiser and I can really relate to all you have said. So many times I will see someone, maybe in a store, restaurant, whatever, know that I should know who they are, but cannot remember. Bruiser has the same problem, and we sit and ask each other, "now, where do we know them from?" "The face is familiar" - and on and on. We lived through the 60's, and actually survived, but the flightline ruined Bruiser's hearing and he also deals with the tinnitis (ringing in the ears) constantly. i believe that so many people know you, Lamont, whether personally or on SL, that they will not forget your name. But, I do not believe you should have to remember all of us!!!

Looking forward to seeing you, and everyone else, very soon. Oh, if you want a hint - I'll be the one with the spiky, white hair!!! :roflblack:

 

[Spyderkid]

early lifestyle

Hey my Friend

I think it all began that 1969 week-end at Woodstock.....:roflblack:

 

[Illinois Boy]

I have the same ailment/deficiency... CRS is what I call it.

 

[Spyder Monkey]

I'm probably one of the younger users here (42) and I can totally relate. Don't have the tinnitus but I have a real hard time with memory and hearing. I'm hoping the memory is from my wreck a few years ago and not following in my father's footsteps with Alzheimers.

Your honesty is refreshing. But I like you I get tired of explaining over and over the problem to everyone I meet so sometimes I'll fake remembering somebody or take my best guess at what they said.

The brain is a weird thing. I'll not remember the name of someone I worked with for years but yesterday I recognized and remembered the name of my wife's obstetrician that I have not seen in 12 years...

 

[JkRbbt]

I am usually fairly good with names, but 30+ yrs around jet engines... I SAY AGAIN, I AM USUALLY PRETTY GOOD WITH NAMES!

 

[pslawing]

Lamonster, your heart shows through for everyone in every post you write. We appreciate your "passion for our passion" and your concern for people. You are quite a guy. We all feel the affects of aging and it's frustrating for all of us. I don't remember our parents complaining though! Can't wait to meet everyone in a couple of weeks. Praying for a great safe time. Thank you for your inspiration!
Dale and Peggy Lawing
North Carolina

 

[arntufun]

Hey my Friend

I think it all began that 1969 week-end at Woodstock.....:roflblack:

Hey, I went Woostock 1994, does that count ???????? pps: We had to walk 5 miles to get into the place and it rained alot. We were covered in mud from head to toe. nojoke Bottle water was $5.00, Areosmith played great...., but thats about all I remember. :gaah:



I can't even imagine what you 1969 Woodstock people are going through. :roflblack:

 

[PrairieSpyder]

I have the same ailment/deficiency... CRS is what I call it.

That's what I have, too!

I didn't go to Woodstock, but the 60s and 70s were way too much fun for me. That's why I don't do drugs anymore! pps:

Last week I introduced myself to a lady at church and asked if she was new there. She said they'd been attending since January 2012! :gaah:

So if any of you wonder why I keep introducing my self, it's probably cuz I really can't remember!

 

[Bob Denman]

Lamont... You know what they say; "The memory is the SECOND thing to go... and I forgot what the first one was!" :shocked: :roflblack: A lot of us will be wandering around in a state of Sensory Overload :shocked:; We won't be remembering or hearing things clearly either! :shocked:

 

[MouthPiece]

I was always taught when meeting someone I've met before, to alway extend them the courtesy of saying your name to the other so as to refresh their memory and help them out. By so doing it spares the other from any embarrassment. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

 

[Doc45]

Ringin in the ears....let's see, four years in the Air Force loading weapons followed by fourteen years working at Metro Airport in field maintance. Now I shoot large calibre handguns for a hobbie. When I'm speaking with someone my first words are usually huh, or what? I feel your pain Brother. Just smile and nod your head a lot, unless it's your turn to buy. :shocked:

 

[Mo Lee]

Don't worry, heck sometimes I have trouble remembering my own name.

 

[spydrluvr]

at the moonshine lunch run they give you a name tag on a lanyard to wear. it has your nickname, real name, and state. might be something to think about:dontknow:

 

[napper39]

will im bigtime everthing you said.but my fun youth time was the 50s,napper39 thats my birth year 1939,so forgive m if i dont know anybodys name,and 30 years blowing the horn on those trains ,not much left of my hearing,but ill be happy to see you all at the fest.:2thumbs::thumbup:as of the ringing i cat hear that any moore:yikes: