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 […]
Image source : Pixabay Dear Zero, How are you doing? Busy driving people crazy and giving them nightmares or are you busy brining smiles on people’s faces? I have always loved Mathematics from the time that I started learning about numbers and you have been a fascinating concept. You were not always my hero, but if I think about it now, may be you are […]
Image Source : Pixabay Dear You, How are you? I hope that you are doing well. All through this month, I have been writing letters and I thought that I must write to you as well. Writing has always been therapeutic to me and writing all these letters was even more relaxing. And with people like you reading it, it is all the more awesome! […]
Image source My dear Xerox shop, First of all I am sorry. Sorry for not making you turn into reality. Destiny had its own plans for me. My plan of owning you remained nothing but a plan. Don’t be upset with me. I have an explanation. Please hear me out. And I know that you are a photocopy machine and not a xerox machine. So […]
Image Source Dear Writer’s block, Well before I say anything else let me just say one thing- I hate you! Yes I do. Most of the letters that I have written so far are written out of love or appreciation. But this one is going to be different because well you are different. I know many of the people reading this are on my side, […]
Image Source Dear Virtual Friends, There are many times that I often feel grateful for social media being there. The reasons are a plenty. But one of the main reasons that I am glad that social media exists is because I found you all – my friends from the virtual world. The people whom I would otherwise never be introduced to are now my friends […]
Image Source: Pixabay Dear Universe, I’ve been in awe of you for a long time. The fascination started when I was a little kid. When I would refuse to eat, I remember Mom used to take me to the terrace and show me the moon and the stars. It looked so beautiful and I always wanted to know more. One thing led to another and […]
