Roots nd Realities

Ever felt that weird shift when someone you trusted suddenly starts acting different? That quiet change, no explanations—just distance. It’s in moments like these that some truths hit hardest.  First of all, the biggest mistake some of us make (yes, me too): trusting friends blindly. Even when our inner sense knows that at some point, they might walk away, we still fall into that trap. Why? Because we’re human. It’s natural. And it’s fine too. But eventually… it affects us. Mentally, emotionally, and psychologically. Especially when you’re the one who gets affected by others’ actions—while they walk around acting cold and unapologetic. It’s honestly one of the worst experiences someone can go through. And I think, at some point in life, everyone goes through this phase. You understand people better through these incidents. And learn that giving the wrong people your time, energy, and emotions will only drain you. What annoys the most is when people start playing the victim card lik...

 It’s been almost two months since I left for college—and guess what? I’m finally home.  And let me tell you... the kind of peace you feel at home is just chef’s kiss. No one’s judging you. No one’s hurting you. Just warm hugs, unlimited food, and that magical energy of being around parents who give you everything without even asking. (Okay wait—let’s pause. I’m starting to sound too grown-up talking about my parents like this. Let’s divert before I start crying.) This past week? Pure emotional turmoil. I was homesick like crazy. Dramatic levels of desperation were reached. But! Amid all this... we had a trip!  On Thursday, we went to Thrissur for a forensic lab visit. And believe me—it was actually fun. Like... actually. Bonus: Our sweet seniors were with us too. Hands down, the nicest seniors anyone could ask for. We also got the same bus we took for our Kanyakumari trip last year—so obviously, that brought back a flood of good ol' memories.  We started the journey...

 It’s a Saturday night. That too, second Saturday. The weather’s doing its own thing—moody and kinda cold. I, on the other hand, have achieved absolutely nothing today except: Washing a week’s worth of clothes (felt like laundry mountain), Doing my weekly “everything shower” routine (you know the one), Cleaning the room (semi-decent job), Devouring a comfy Zinger burger in the afternoon while watching a Sri Lankan YouTube channel called Poorna the Nature Girl (highly recommend for cozy forest vibes), Calling mom (emotional detox), And, of course, scrolling endlessly through the internet (a sport at this point). One more exam is left. It’s on Monday. Will I study tomorrow? Probably. Tomorrow evening, to be specific. As usual. :) Planning to go home on Friday by bunking the afternoon class. It’s been 1.5 months since I last went. That’s actually the longest I’ve been away from home. Came back here in May for second prof classes, and now the PA is almost ending... and I never went hom...