Akshata Shanbhag

GRATITUDE

On a recent day, as I waited at a traffic signal for the lights to change, I observed a gathering of blind men and women confidently navigating the opposite side of the road, guided by a sighted woman who held their white canes. This sight prompted me to reflect on the experience of prolonged blindness. …

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HEALTH IS WEALTH

As basic as a throbbing headache or a bout of cold and cough might seem, they can cause discomfort, and if left untreated, their impact can worsen. We often fail to recognize this when we are in good health. It’s only when we confront health issues that we start taking the necessary actions. A quote …

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LIFE

LIFE… Our journey is marked by its peaks and valleys, and we each navigate these twists and turns in our own distinct ways. Nonetheless, there are moments when individuals find themselves contemplating the extreme option of ending their lives. Have you, too, found yourself at a crossroads where such thoughts have crossed your mind? There …

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ROSE- A Story of Love and Hate

Chapter-1 THE MESSAGE   ” Mom, Mom ….”  ” What is it, Rose? You look nervous.  Why are you cracking your knuckles so hard ? What is the matter ?”  ” Mom, Paul is here. I saw him in the parking lot. I hope he does not ruin this day. It is my day. “ …

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MY NEW HOME

Part-1   ” I am sure Neena, Jai is having an affair. ”  ” C’mon Ritu. Jai loves you. He would never do such a thing. Nothing to hurt you.  You are unnecessarily worrying.”  Ritu knew that Jai was hiding something from her. She wanted to find out. All that she suspected was him having …

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DHWANI

Dhwani’s life took a tragic turn when her husband, Prakash, an Indian Army soldier, lost his life while she was expecting their second child. Left to raise their five-year-old son, Jai, on her own, she found solace in the pride of his sacrifice for the nation. Amid shattered dreams, she welcomed their baby girl, Ria, …

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UNITED WE STAND

General Edward had been appointed as the new Mayor, and on a Sunday morning, he gathered the townspeople on the Municipal grounds to address them about the changes he intended to make. Imran’s anger flared up, feeling that the ruling power was unwilling to leave their country. He hurled a stone at General Edward, shouting …

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LOTTERY TICKET

Shyam, a successful farmer, owned acres of land where he cultivated various crops and raised livestock. He was well-respected by the farmers who worked for him, as he provided them with good incentives and often laboured alongside them in the fields. Shyam was married to Sitara, and they had two daughters and a son. They …

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MIRACLES HAPPEN

Throughout my seven years of married life, I was consistently faced with inquiries such as, “You’ve been married for quite a while, and still no children?” My marital journey was untroubled until the diagnosis of PCOS marked the beginning of a challenging path. Despite sporadic support, there were moments of solitude, and I leaned on …

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MY FIRST FLIGHT

I have a vivid memory of my inaugural flight: a journey from Bangalore to Chennai in January 2011, accompanied by my husband. The purpose was a Visa interview for our travel to the United States of America. Taking a day off from work without disclosing the reason, I was newly married and enthusiastic. My husband …

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