This piece isn’t about leaving home; its about learning how to live when home no longer feels the same. Yesterday I was in tears thinking about home. I miss home but it’s not the same. All my times here in Europe has been such adjustment. For the most part. Coming from a protective home andContinueContinue reading “On Leaving, Losing, and Becoming”
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Friendship Day
FriendshipWhat comes to mind at the sound of that word? To me, I think of a shared mutual bond entangled in the rich mix of love, respect, flaws, and growth.As complex as it can be at times, it’s priceless. I don’t have many friends.Very few.The kind that don’t even take up all the fingers onContinueContinue reading “Friendship Day”
10 years from now
How does ten years from now look like?Ever imagined it? I’ve thought about it, and honestly, I don’t even know.I mean, I do have an idea of how I’d like it to be, though not very precise.Different locations.Different dreams.Different hobbies.A beautiful family too. I know plans are good to have. I hear it all theContinueContinue reading “10 years from now”
In Silence: Semi anniversary
I recall my last day in class. It was just…class. Nothing remarkable. I didn’t realize it would be my last—at least for a while. When classes were called off, I understood why. I was empathetic. There was unrest in the city. Political tensions rising. Democracy itself was teetering. It made sense, even if it wasContinueContinue reading “In Silence: Semi anniversary”
Is Life Unfair?
Is Life Unfair? Life is not always fair, but does that make it truly unfair? Our journeys are unfair,Our differences are unfair.Some people have it easy. Would they necessarily say life is unfair? It’s the journey that matters.You want something so badly, you go for it, you hustle, and slowly, the beauty of life unfolds.ContinueContinue reading “Is Life Unfair?”
The beauty Within
What to say? I thought I had it all figured out but clearly, I don’t. I’ve been unable to come up with anything to write and that surprises me. Not to say that it’s easy to figure it out but I never thought it would stress me out this much. Maybe I should go outContinueContinue reading “The beauty Within”
A part of me
I have so many parts and layers to me. Good, bad, ugly layers. Some, my families get to see and experience, Some for friends, Some for me. And you know, not all these parts are shared. Friends don’t see what families see and families don’t see what I see. Did I forget lovers too? TheyContinueContinue reading “A part of me”
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