Despite the ambiguities that my English Literature degree has encouraged me to seek out in poetry and novels: read between the lines, behind the sentence or even at a stretch, beyond the syllable, I have tended to look at life through a black and white lens. I have been known to favour arguments that clearlyContinue reading “Life is Grey”
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A note on long-distance friendships
Photo by: Laiana Farias Over the last few weeks, I’ve been thinking a lot about friendships. Whether it be the ones I’ve (subconsciously) distanced myself from or the ones that still leave their daily imprint or the new ones that have wiggled their way into my life, I’ve been reflecting on the significance of friendships.Continue reading “A note on long-distance friendships “
The magic of the fifth of December
I remember the excitement as a kid. The joy of the mystery and the wonders of secrets and traditions. Not just on the fifth but the days leading up to it. I don’t believe there is a thing as being too early for a holiday. That’s what makes it exciting, that is what fills youContinue reading “The magic of the fifth of December “
On Breakdowns
Photo credits: Julia Kaczmarek I have found that human beings are dangerously good at pushing themselves to keep going in spite of any circumstances that might negatively impact their day-to-day responsibilities. We simply suppress the ‘emotional inconveniences’ and carry on doing what is expected from us. This particular skill has become so well developed thatContinue reading “On Breakdowns”
The Thing About The Little Things
Those who know me well know that I’m a huge softie with a fairly fragile heart. Even those who don’t know me very well have probably seen me cry in the middle of the street. God knows how many times my mom has told me that I have to stop letting every little thing haveContinue reading “The Thing About The Little Things”
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