What are you asking when you pray the Memorare?

Answer 1

It was known that the memorare is a prayer to be prayed when one is in dire need.

Roman Catholic AnswerThe Memorare is a prayer that was recorded in The Raccolta(A book of indulgenced prayers) that has a history extended back to the fifteen century at least, although it has been popularly attributed to St. Bernard of Clairveaux, who was a big promoter of Marian devotions. The prayer is asking for Our Blessed Mother's intercession and help in all our needs. It is often prayed at the end of the Rosary, or with one's night prayers. It may fruitfully be prayed at any time.

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.

Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.