While soaking up the precious moments of Internet at the library today, I saw in my inbox a TV box set offer from amazon.com. Star Trek:The Original Series is now offered in a fresh and digitally remastered edition. Being a huge fan of the series, I hungrily ate up all of the advertising slogans that shouted, "See the Enterprise like you've never seen it before!" and "Feel like you are in control of the Bridge with these highly innovative graphics!" Personally, I would rather experience my favorite TV show with all of its low technology graphics and resolution flaws. It got me thinking, what if I had the opportunity to "remaster" my life...would I? Probably not. In theory, remastering involves restoring a film/picture to what it originally looked like when it first aired. Over time, the quality of the film/picture has gradually deteriorated and has lost some of its detailed features. Likewise, my life experiences have indeed molded me into a unique and matchless being. I have grown into an adult with continually expanding knowledge and would not "remaster" my life. Though I definitely have lost some of my naive features, I have gained more mature attributes that make me much more valuable...just like non remastered Star Trek.
Emily, very deep commentary regarding the remastering of your life. It's interesting how some people do choose to remaster their lives, and how they seem to be living in an alternate reality.
ReplyDeleteYou have a wonderful self image. Live long and prosper while always staying true to yourself :)
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