The Day I Opened the Cocoon There is a small moment from my life that never left me. One quiet morning, I was sitting alone in my garden. The sun had not yet grown sharp. The air still carried the softness of dawn. Everything felt unhurried. That was when I noticed a butterfly struggling […]
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This essay humorously explores foolishness as a universal human condition, showing how ignorance, context, and time often turn yesterday’s certainty into today’s embarrassment. Through wit and relatable examples, it reveals that wisdom is not the absence of foolishness, but the ability to grow from it.
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Mother: Our First Home
A mother’s love is the first home we ever know,
And the last place our heart will ever go.
She holds our hand for just a little while,
But holds our hearts through every mile.
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A Smile on a Village Evening Today, I am an old man. I have lived many years in this land of coconut trees, slow rivers, and quiet evenings. Life has shown me joy and pain, gain and loss. But one memory stays alive in my heart. It happened in my village, many years ago.
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The Boy Who Dried Coconuts In The Sun. As a child, I worked beside Mani in my uncle’s coconut mill, watching him carry grief far heavier than coconuts. Even now, in old age, his quiet longing and Christmas tears still live in me.
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They hugged, and Dr. Stoddard whispered in Mrs. Thompson’s ear, “Thank you so much for making me feel important and showing me that I could make a difference.”
Mrs. Thompson cried and whispered, “Teddy, you have it all wrong. You were the one who taught me that I could make a difference. I didn’t know how to teach until I met you.”
“One kind word can change someone’s entire day, or even their life.”
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Empty Jar. Our lives may seem packed with tasks and responsibilities, but if we don’t make room for the things that truly matter, we risk losing sight of what’s important. It’s not about cramming in more tasks. It’s about ensuring the important things — the stones — are taken care of first.
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Life’s Richness: Why I Cherish Both Tears and Smiles. Have you ever wondered why life is such a mix of joy and pain, laughter and tears?
Why do we have moments that lift us up and others that bring us down?
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Ageing doesn’t mean fading into the background; or men, ageing gracefully is about adopting habits that radiate confidence, charisma, and timeless appeal.
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Have You Heard the Eagle’s Hidden Lesson on Strength?This is the story of an eagle, one of the most powerful creatures in the sky.
An eagle is known for its strength, its sharp vision, and its ability to soar above the highest mountains.
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