A Japanese woman, Kikue Hirano, visits an unconventional phone booth surrounded by flowers. It was built by Itaru Sasaki in 2010 to connect with his deceased cousin. After a tsunami in 2011, it became a pilgrimage site for people to talk to their lost loved ones.
The author shares a poignant connection with Lily, a fragile kitten who left a lasting impact before passing away. Despite only knowing Lily for 4 days, the intense bond and grief are palpable. The author yearns for closure and expresses deep love for Lily, accepting her brief yet meaningful journey.
Imagine if you could peep inside your heart and see Love physically? Love, ironically, is the most abstract feeling ever because sometimes even when it screams out loud, the person experiencing it is still oblivious to it; not being able to acknowledge it's presence for a long time. But as much as we deny it, … Continue reading Garden of Love
A poignant reflection on losing a loved one, underlining the unnoticed gestures of care and love. The author, recalling a challenge they won against their grandmother, later realizes how the grandmother silently cared for them. The piece ends with a contemplation on the temporary nature of life and the enduring bond of love.
Samay and Solace 