From the always enthusiastic Alana, I’ve now become a lost Alana! Our lives mostly flow on a fixed course. Yes, there are little diversions that we need to take occasionally but even then it usually follows the same old path. Birth, Education, Job, Marriage, Old Age and then Death. The stages are the same. We have our dreams, our hopes and our aspirations. But […]
I looked at myself in the mirror and I liked the way I looked. In fact, for a moment I couldn’t believe that it was my reflection in the mirror. The gown was a beautiful one and it suited me well. I got into the nicely decorated car and we drove to the church. “Congratulations!” That is what you want to say right? […]
I look at my bank balance and worry lines begin to form on my forehead. It is just the 15th of the month and there is barely any money left. Bank balance reads Rs. 1000. I search or rather hunt in the pockets of all my old jeans, open all bags and purses with the hope of finding some money. But what do I find […]
“Take a deep breath. Breathe in, breathe out!” “It is going to be okay” No, that isn’t any of my friends or a family member consoling me. Its me, Alana talking to myself like I always do! I’ve a job interview and I’m freaking out. I stayed up all night to prepare for the interview and I felt pretty confident or so I […]
I feel that I’m on top of the world. The dazzling lights, the beautiful floral arrangements, the stage and not to forget the large number of people who are here today. They are all here for me. I hear my name being called out and I stand up to walk towards the stage. I’m wearing a beautiful designer dress. A diamond necklace and matching earrings […]
After the wonderful experience that I had participating in the A to Z challenge last year, this year I didn’t even thinking a second time before deciding to sign up for the challenge. Last year was the first time I took up the challenge. I was really worried if I’d be able to complete the challenge. I not only completed the challenge, but I got […]
