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Surprise
I wrote this piece on July 8th, 2020 for a poetry contest, completely unaware of what would follow on the fateful night of 7th August, 2020. I have made no edits and is as written on July 8th, 2020. It is certainly spine-chilling. She was overjoyed knowing Her son would be home this day, next…
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Shorts From A Short Girl
Being the shortest girl in every class I can remember, I have never felt what it’s like to look down at a person. I really believe I’m among the very few people who diligently, perforcedly, follows our first Nobel laureate’s greatest piece of work – “Where the mind is without fear, and the head is…
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For the Zillionth Time: It’s OKAY to Fail.
Recently, a fourth grade student from Kondotty in Malappuram, Kerala won over the internet with his innocent remark at failing to create an origami as desired. His failure, indeed won him immense praise. Muhammed Fayiz, using his mother’s smartphone recorded a two minute video of him making a DIY origami flower. The video was devoid…
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Hope: The Greatest Virtue
Millions sleep hungry each night, but wake up the next morning, With the hope of not having to sleep hungry the following night. Being encapsulated in poverty does not keep them away from spreading a smile. Being looked down upon does not stop them from living in happiness and contentment. They are effortlessly sucked into…