Childhood
The Unforgettable Childhood Prank
My childhood was filled with adventures and mischief, but none left as lasting a mark on my memory as the prank we prepared with my school friends. It was a sunny summer afternoon, and the heat invaded every corner of our small town. I was about ten years old, and together with an inseparable group of friends, we were always ready to transform the ordinary into something extraordinary.
By A.short stories11 months ago in Confessions
Sipping Wisdom: A Personal Journey of Meeting My Younger Self Over Coffee
The air permeated a sense of calmness and stillness as I entered the coffee shop ten minutes late, I saw my younger self sitting there reading a book as she was sipping on her favourite caramel ice cream latte. Engrossed in her tale, she scrunched her nose as she did not like a particular stance of the story, I smiled with a serenity-filled eye as I saw the beauty of innocence brimming in her eyes. Hurrying across the table I told her sorry I was late and she said it was no problem. She asked me what I would like to have and I ordered an iced mocha frappuccino as she made room for me to sit alongside her on the table.
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in Confessions
From the Storm of Failure to the Peak of Success!
From the Storm of Failure to the Peak of Success! Life is an unending stream of struggles. Every individual experiences success at some point, but before reaching that destination, they must navigate the rough paths of failure. Some people succumb to failure, while others use it as a stepping stone toward greatness. As for me, I have made a firm decision—I will be successful because failure does not scare me!
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Confessions
Breaking Tradition: A Brown Girl’s Journey to Self-Discovery
The Weight of Expectations Growing up in a culture where tradition dictates your every move can feel like walking a path already carved by ancestors, with no room for detours. For many brown girls, particularly in South Asian, Middle Eastern, or other conservative communities, life is mapped out from birth—education, marriage, family, and servitude to expectations. The pressure to conform can be suffocating, leaving little room for self-exploration and personal ambition.
By Vincent Otiri11 months ago in Confessions
"Love Beyond Time"
It was a sunny summer evening, and I was busy fumbling with my old stuff. As I rummaged through our old trunk, a beautiful and huge flower printed photo album caught my eye. Its was a new album i bought last year for my family pictures which seemed to whisper stories of some kind of maharaja era. As I delicately opened the album i felt like i'm in 90's , there were tones of pictures of my father looking like a damnn hero of his outfits(i always though he could have worked for indian cinema),i too saw some pictures of my mother (always looking submissive),and then my grandparents ...they definitely looked like maharaja and maharani of that time, my grandfather with a big rifle in his hand(he was an army man) and my grandmother with tones and tones of gold jewellery ( rajput family dowry obsession perks),and then my eyes fell on a beautiful picture....a wave of nostalgia washed over me. Childhood memories came flooding back, and my eyes landed on a familiar face - my grandmother's...and she was holding me!!( the tiny me hehe).
By MUSKAN 11 months ago in Confessions
Unwavering Dedication… A Journey to the Pinnacle of Success!
Unwavering Dedication… A Journey to the Pinnacle of Success! Life is a journey filled with struggles, challenges, and countless twists and turns. Some paths are smooth, while others are riddled with obstacles. Some moments bring immense joy, while others test our resilience with pain and hardship. However, the moment a person decides to remain steadfast in pursuit of their goal, their journey toward success truly begins.
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Confessions
Confessions of a Liar
So, it's confession time. While I am sure that most people that follow my scribblings, poetic etchings and stories will not be so fickle to stop subscribing and reading because of this, there is the potential that you might. I have made peace with that.
By Paul Stewart11 months ago in Confessions
The Purity and Craziness of Kids: A Beautiful Paradox
Kids have an extraordinary way of seeing the world, blending pure innocence with delightful craziness. Their unique perspectives allow them to embrace life with an openness that often eludes adults. This article explores the purity and craziness of kids, highlighting how these traits coexist and shape their experiences.
By Rizumu11 months ago in Confessions
From the Storms of Failure to the Peak of Success
From the Storms of Failure to the Peak of Success Life is a continuous battle, a journey filled with obstacles that test our determination and resilience. Every individual aspires to achieve success, but before reaching that pinnacle, one must endure the harsh trials of failure. While some people crumble under the weight of setbacks, others use them as stepping stones to greatness. I have made my decision—I will succeed, for failure does not frighten me!
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Confessions
The Rebellious Spirit of a Brown Girl. Top Story - February 2025.
I belong to India where a lot of expectations are placed on brown girls. It entails carrying the burden of the "good girl" stereotype all the time. Society expects me to prioritize other people's viewpoints over my own, frequently at the expense of my goals and ambitions. It is rebellion to defend myself. Even if it costs me to respect people who are trying to destroy my life, I must keep quiet and listen. A girl already had so much pressure the day she was born. But what about the boys? Brown girls are always instructed to sit properly, not laugh loudly, not talk to boys and always be docile and soft. Why is a girl's gender the requirement to clean the house or be in the kitchen?
By Hridya Sharma11 months ago in Confessions
"The Faith in Hard Work"
"The Faith in Hard Work" While striving for a job, there have been numerous instances where I came so close, yet missed the opportunity at the final stage. However, I never blamed anyone. Instead, I worked even harder in preparation. I kept getting ready to prove myself over and over again. People would say, "A good job is not in your destiny," but I would smile and respond, "Destiny is shaped by hard work."
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Confessions
