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 writer reflects on unmet goals as she approaches 30, emphasizing life's unexpected turns. She shares 29 impactful life lessons, highlighting self-care, love, patience, and growth. The post encourages self-compassion and gratitude.
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
The writer reflects on the impact of Bombay rains on emotions, expressing a sense of loss and forgetting someone over time. Memories of a past relationship are still vivid, leading to feelings of blame. The rain outside mirrors the emotional storm within.
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.
The protagonist acknowledges the dominance of an unnamed relationship in her life, feeling controlled and manipulated. Despite desiring to end it, she surrenders to loneliness, fearing the consequences of choosing someone else. Ultimately, she succumbs to the manipulative relationship, emphasizing its significant presence in her life.
The narrator muses on society and human nature, noting how people cope with life's challenges and wear metaphorical masks. They meet someone who offers comfort without words, rekindling a belief in magic. The encounter leaves a profound impact, symbolized by the shattered glass and a newfound hope.
Samay and Solace 