We’ve all read and heard, and probably experienced it with our parents and loved ones, that as we get older, our memory ain’t what it used to be. That’s something I try to be aware of and work on but . . no matter how hard I tried, I could not remember the new zip code. I tried putting together things in my head that might help me remember at least a few of the numbers but nothing was working. When I took Rita to the vet a few days ago, I had to fill out the new address and drew a total blank for the zip code. Since I was holding Rita and trying to fill out paper work, I didn’t have a hand to use the phone to look it up so I just said “I cannot remember the zip code yet”. The lady was probably in her 20’s, still at that age where you hear something once and never have to think about remembering it again because you don’t forget anything! She was probably thinking . . poor old lady . . can’t remember anything. She was very sweet and told me my zip code.
This morning, the first thing that popped into my head when I woke up was: I remember my zip code. Who would have thought that would be such an accomplishment and I’d feel so good about remembering it.
The question . . after I go back to Texas for a while, will I still remember the Missouri zip code? Time will tell!
Andrea in MO says
I had this same problem when we changed our phone number. I think I was scheduling an appliance delivery, and when the person asked for the phone number I just blanked. I felt like an idiot for not knowing my own number!
Pat in SC says
We print personal ‘ business cards” with name address, phone numbers, email on it. We don’t pass them out to any and everybody. It is really helpful when someone is filling out paperwork in a waiting room and you don’t want everyone to hear details. It is also great to give to new friends. My niece even has them with the mama of kid’s name for new play dates.
ChrisP says
Order some address labels with your MO and TX addresses on them. Then when filling out forms, just put one of the labels on the form depending on which place you are. You can also use them to forward mail from one house to the other before you move permanently.
Susan Nixon says
It’ll stick after a while. I wouldn’t worry about it too much. Put it in your phone in notes or reminder and it will be there for you when you need it.