Let's face it. I have a great memory... I just can't remember specific examples.
Ever written a grocery list (or any other kind of shopping list) and forgotten to include one item? Happens to me all of the time. My wife will text me a list of groceries to buy on my way home from work...and I'll often buy the entire list, with one item missing. I'll arrive home, silently proud that I'm carrying all grocery bags in one hand, just waiting for that look of approval and gratitude (maybe a little comment in Russian that means "Strong"). That fleeting moment of pride is then robbed with the question: "You didn't buy [such and such]?" Then the thought: "Oh, crap, I forgot something again..."
At least my wife smiles warmly while shaking her head, as I've just confirmed her opinion of my forgetfulness. (FYI: It also provides me some precious moments when she forgets something, something that I've actually remembered.)
