August 12, 2002
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What would the you of years ago think of the you today...would he/she recognize you as you are now?

That's impossible.

Sarah Jane, 15
Preston
, CT   USA

She'd be appalled at the weight gain. I used to think there was no excuse for women "letting themselves go." I didn't have to worry about it then. If anything, I was too thin. Now I'm less judgmental of heavy people. Metabolisms slow as we age and many of us simply can't exercise like we used to. Other than that, I think she'd be pleased with the me of today. I've really had a good life.

Judy, 62
Easton
, KS   USA

The me, when I was 13 years old, would say...'Who the hell are you???' There is no way the me of when I was 13 would recognize the me right now...

Let's examine the facts...when I was 13 I went to school, watched the tube...went to sleep...Even though that is the popular misconception at work of my life...that misconception, is just that...a misconception...if they've got a probably with that I've got two words for them, to quote Dx......Now, I got to work, write my unpublished novels, and read (4 books at a time)...then I go to sleep...13: Had no skill in anything...Now, as Mick Foley would say, when it comes to writing 'I have a thimblefull of talent.' 13: Was terrible in school, afraid of reading, or anything to do with learning...now, I am totally into ancient history, classics, the Greeks and all that stuff...Most importantly, however, back then...I wouldn't be caught dead listening to Country music...Now, at work, I get down to 'North to Alaska,' 'Sink the Bismark', 'Bear Tracks', and 'Springtime in Alaska.' What can I say, Alaska totally reeks of awesomeness...

Luki, 31
Valhalla

Yes, but I think she might be ashamed. She was a goody goody tight ass no fun person. Screw her. I'm free. :)

Firelady, 24
Frisco
, TX   USA

The me of years ago would be pleasantly surprised at my having outgrown shyness and become outgoing and assertive, would be unsurprised that I have retained a high degree of intellectual curiosity, and might be disappointed that I have slacked off on keeping physically fit.

Jane, 62
West Linn
, OR   USA

How many years ago? The me of ten years ago would be glad to see that I finally managed to loosen up a bit and stopped using that 'Don't hit me' voice. The me of six years ago would be kind of upset that I put on a few pounds unless the me of two years ago was there for comparison purposes. The me of four years ago might have a few questions about why I didn't chase comedy of poetry, but he'd definitely think the goatee's a nice touch.

Alias Irrelevante

I'd think the me of years ago would wonder why the me of today is wearing LL Bean instead of the trendy, fashionable clothes the old me was used to. The old me would also wonder what the heck is up with new me's hair. Why would new me cut that wonderful long mane that old me loved so much! And where did that extra weight come from? Old me was very diligent, almost obsessive about working out. Old me would probably recognize new me, but wouldn't be too happy with what she saw!

Tam

Probably not... I'm not very old so I don't know if there would be a huge difference, but I'm sure that the person I am now would surprise the person I was 6 or 7 years ago.

Jeremy, 14
Highlands Ranch
, CO  USA

Well, the me of years ago would have to be about 5. I definitly wouldn't recognize myself any more since I've grown quite a bit. I stopped wearing pink and yellow and my entire wardrobe now consists of black. I think I would've been afraid of me now seeing some piereced up goth walking towards them. I think I would have thought that I was a bit odd and disappointed in the way I turned out.

Em, 16
Harrisburg
, PA  USA

The me of years ago..hehe, that's funny considering how young I am, but..the me from just last year would kick the me now's ass for being so stupid. I think that my past self would see my current self as a submissive loser who sold out and gave up her dreams and goals for something that really isn't as important as she believes it is. Lucky for me, I think the old self is starting to seep back in.

Angela, 18
Bella Vista
, AR USA

The me of many many years ago, the me as a child, would look up to the me now and would most definitely recognize me now as I am who I always thought I would be when I was young. The me of my teen years would be amazed that I had actually been able to become who I had always wanted to be. Some of the things I went through jaded my perspective and personality at that time. I think regardless, I turned out and became the man I always knew I would be. It may have taken a bit longer than I thought it would in my younger years, but I did get there.

Doug2, 29
Overland Park
, KS  USA

It would be a morbid confirmation, I knew when I was 6 what I would be doing when I was 28.

Christopher, 28
San Mateo
, CA USA

I'm pretty much the same person. My husband has pushed me to grow in ways that I probably wouldn't have pursued if I didn't know him. But that growth is still consistent with who I am.

Laura, 37
Lowell
, MA   USA

He would recognize me, but might wonder why I've put on the weight and beard.

Ryan, 29
Morton
,
IL  USA

Hmmm . . . .there are so many past mes. I would think they would all be happy that I feel pretty successful in my life overall, wouldn't quite understand what I do for a living, and maybe wonder where that charming future boyfriend / husband is.

Felicia, 36
Lowell
, MA   USA

Id be like, man, you are a pathetic loser, but you look good, nice weight loss :P

Talia, 25
Stamford
, CT USA

No, I wouldn't recognize myself. Never thought about myself being this age when I was young, energetic and raising kids.

Laney
TX  USA

Caterpillars recognize butterflies.

Jill, 61
Saylorsburg
, PA  USA

It all depends on how many years ago. The fourth-grade me would not recognize me at all. . .in fourth grade, I was determined to be a good Christian and a veterinarian. I was going to get married at age 18, and in my spare time I was going to write prize-winning novels. And my husband would probably make less than I did, and I'd be living in Colorado, and I'd have a cat and a dog and a turtle. My husband would be a couple inches taller than I am and would have brown hair and blue eyes. His name would be Mike--Well, anyway, the me NOW approves of me. I'm glad I'm who I am.

Karen, 22
Ames
, IA   USA

I had a terrible accident when I was a teenager and after I recovered from it, I began to run wild, looking in all the wrong places for a reason to live. But then I joined the LDS church and the good people I met there plus the knowledge that I had a loving Father, gave my life new meaning. I look back at that unhappy girl and can't believe it was me. And if that girl could see the "me" I have become, I don't think she would recognize me.

Reba, 50+
Silver Spring
, MD  USA

I think I'm basically the same. The anger and rage I had as a youth is gone.I do not feel the need to prove a point or be so way out of control. I am more accepting of things now and just into chillin. I would recognize myself. But I am a new creature.

Janet, 44
E. Brunswick
, NJ  USA

Physically, most likely. People I haven't seen in years tell me I look just like I did back then. Emotionally and mentally, no. I've been through too much.

Nicci, 27
Las Vegas
, NV   USA

I think she would recognize me but may be surprised at the physical aging process because she once swore it would never happen to her! But I think she would like the overall person she'd become. Cute question.

Fisch, 47
Preston
, CT   USA

No he wouldn't recognise me. When I was younger, I was a happy and funny boy - now that I am older, and due to my difficult circumstances in my life right now, I am a more serious and depressed person.

Brad, 21
Sydney  AUSTRALIA

When I was in middle school, I never ever thought I would be hip, ever. I never thought I would do interesting things, be pretty, successful or have cool friends. I wouldn't even recognize myself now. All of that sounded really snotty because I wasn't that humble, but it's true.

Cancer, 20
NYC
, NY   USA

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