How many of us remember the date of the Shuttle disaster? Most us who were old enough remember it well, but need to be reminded of the date.

I think when bad things happen on days notable days in our lives we recall the exact day much better. That notable day is never the same, even though other equally tragic events may fade over time.

I don't know quite what to make of this. It's just a reflection on the way our minds work. For years I thought of Mom on the anniversary of her death, but rarely mark the day now.