In 2007, amidst a bustling household filled with relatives—grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins—17-year-old Maya felt a profound sense of isolation. Surrounded by people yet missing the warmth of her own parents—a father who was mysteriously absent and a mother hospitalized for over a year—Maya often found herself yearning for genuine connection. To carve out some… Continue reading Chapter 2: The Thrill of Digital Interactions
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Modern Day Dating Problems: Love at First Sight or Love at First Swipe?
I still remember the first time I downloaded a dating app. A mix of curiosity and skepticism ran through my fragile mind - could I really find love by just swiping left or right? It felt too easy, too instant. But in a world where people are busier than ever, dating apps have become the… Continue reading Modern Day Dating Problems: Love at First Sight or Love at First Swipe?
Here I Am
I fell for you, so deep, so fast,But some things aren’t meant to last.No tearful pleas, no broken fight,Just fading dreams in silent night.I let you go, I stand so tall,Love may slip, but I won’t fall.
The Weight of Unheard Truths
There’s a unique kind of hurt that comes from opening up to someone, laying your vulnerabilities bare, only to be ignored. You trust them with your deepest fears, your past traumas, the battles you fight in silence—hoping for understanding, if not support. But instead, they do exactly what you feared, as if your pain was… Continue reading The Weight of Unheard Truths