Karen Rothdeutsch

Here and Now | Growing old is something that I’ve always thought about with trepidation. The future is intimidating, the thought of the uncertain journey that lies ahead is unsettling. I often find myself reminiscing about my past to distract myself from thinking of what the future may hold. I am afraid of the loss that comes with the progression of time; the loss of my most treasured memories, and of my loved ones. 

Here and Now is my personal exploration into the relationship between memories and the aging process. I have been making connections with individuals who are generations older than I am, and discovering how they appreciate the memories they have made in their lives without dwelling on the past in a way that prevents them from truly living in the present. This is my attempt at understanding the roots of my fears related to aging, so that I may begin to overcome them.  karenrothdeutsch.myportfolio.com