[Emerald U.]

Quote of the Day 10.17.2025​

Memories are the key not to the past, but to the future.”
— Corrie ten Boom​

This quote is a beautiful reminder that our memories aren’t just something we look back on—they guide who we become next. Every laugh shared, lesson learned, or moment we’ve carried forward shapes the choices we make today. Memories can be our compass, showing us what matters most and what kind of life we want to keep building.

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I still think about a university senior who, years after graduation, sent me a message out of the blue: “Write a one-act play.” No hello, no context—just that gentle push. And somehow, that small moment still nudges me forward whenever I need encouragement to create again.

What’s one memory that still guides you today? Share your story in the comments—we’d love to hear it.