I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • I met a famous historian. Their brain felt like a grand library with no overdue fees.

  • I spoke with a star athlete who radiated discipline and humility at the same time.

  • Sunlight

    I shook hands with a well-known humanitarian. Their gentleness felt like a hug made of sunlight.

  • I once met a pro skateboarder. They talked like every sentence was a wave.

  • Glow

    I met an architect who designed a building I’ve admired for years. I actually told them that, and they glowed.

  • I sat beside a TV host on a train. They were charming in the exact same rhythm as on screen.

  • Guru

    I met a famous meditation guru who made me calmer just by breathing near me.

  • Grin

    I once shook hands with a bestselling thriller writer. Their grin was suspiciously mysterious.

  • I met a viral singer who sounded exactly the same in person—maybe better.

  • Airport

    I saw a famous actor at the airport wearing sunglasses indoors. Iconic moves only.