I am curious about the truth. Not half-truths, not convenient versions, and certainly not lies disguised as concern. I have no interest in entertaining insincerity or deception. What I seek is clarity—about people who appeared unexpectedly and began to interfere in my family, trying to insert themselves into spaces where they were never welcome. I … Continue reading The Truth I Seek
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Lately, I found myself staying in a place where the bathrooms were shared. It wasn’t a big deal, but it made me more aware of how our small habits affect the people around us. After using the bathroom, I made it a point to clean up carefully—wiping down surfaces, making sure nothing was left messy, … Continue reading A Small Gesture
Daily writing promptHow would you describe yourself to someone who can't see you?View all responses If I were to describe myself to someone who couldn’t see me, I’d begin with the basics: I stand at 5.6 feet tall with a build that’s neither thin nor bulky, and I weigh around 60 kilograms. Some might describe … Continue reading Simple Life, Strong Principles
There is a treasured tradition from my parental home that I have not been able to continue—a ritual deeply rooted in faith, gratitude, and ancestral belief. Every year, my parents used to organize a special sadya (feast) in honor of St. George, the saint known for slaying the dragon that terrorized a village in ancient … Continue reading Twelve Guests, Twelve Dishes – A Fading Memory
Was today typical? Not at all — and thank goodness for that. After days of relentless monsoon downpours that turned everything soggy and grey, today arrived like a quiet miracle. The skies cleared, the sun stretched out fully, and the world around me finally began to breathe again. Clothes that had been hanging damp for … Continue reading Off the Usual Track
How would you describe yourself to someone? It really depends on who’s asking — and why? If I’m meeting someone for the first time in a casual setting, I keep it simple. Just my name, maybe where I’m from if it feels relevant. I don’t jump into details unless they ask. And even then, I … Continue reading Me, Depending on You
If you could bring back one dinosaur, which one would it be? The idea of bringing back dinosaurs, while fascinating, is more about human curiosity and thrill-seeking than true ecological need. Nature tends to have its reasons. Dinosaurs ruled the Earth for millions of years, but their extinction made way for mammals — and eventually … Continue reading The Cost of Curiosity
What's the story behind your nickname? It’s funny how almost everyone I meet seems to have a nickname—something playful, short, or completely unrelated to their actual name. Some nicknames are given out of love, others out of habit, and some just seem to stick for no reason at all. But me? I’ve never really had … Continue reading Missing/Not Missing Something Small
If you won two free plane tickets, where would you go? Winning two free plane tickets—what an exciting thought! But right after the thrill comes the question that changes everything: are the two tickets meant for one person’s round trip, or are they for two people to travel together? It’s a small detail that makes … Continue reading Two Tickets, A Trip Worth Sharing
When it comes to health and well-being, I wouldn’t say I follow any grand strategies or intense routines. It’s more about small, mindful choices I’ve made over time—choices that quietly shape the way I live and feel, without turning into strict rules or rigid plans. I’ve consciously reduced things I once consumed without much thought. … Continue reading This Works for Me—Maybe for You Too
My Grandma’s Healthy School 