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Oct 13

One Day, Today Will Be a Memory

Life doesn’t tell us when an ordinary moment is about to become unforgettable.

A vibrant illustration of a woman looking toward a glowing sunset through a giant clock, with old photographs floating behind her. The contrasting scenes symbolize cherished memories, the passage of time, and a future yet to unfold.

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Oct 15

The Most Precious Thing I Lost — A Writing Challenge: Two Things I Lost, Two Souls I Still Miss

One disappeared without a trace. The other I gave away with love. I never imagined how much I would miss them both.

A vibrant, sunlit illustration showing a loving daughter embracing her elderly father as he admires a metallic Titan wristwatch. Beside them, a beautiful black Labrador named Rummy walks happily along a flower-lined garden path, wearing a pink leash. The image captures precious memories, family love, and the emotional connection to two cherished possessions.

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Oct 14

What If You Could Have Your 20-Year-Old Body Back? Would You Really Want It?

We can fight aging, but can we ever bring back the life, memories, and feelings of being young?

A vibrant illustration showing a cheerful young woman in her twenties alongside a confident, silver-haired woman in her sixties. Surrounded by sunshine, flowers, photographs, and travel memories, the image celebrates youth, aging, wisdom, and the joy of living fully at every age.

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Oct 10

Roti, Kapda, Makaan… And a Fully Charged Mobile Phone

Food, clothing, and shelter are still essential. But today, even a 1% battery warning can make us panic.

A vibrant, humorous cartoon illustration of a smiling woman in pink pajamas checking her mobile phone in bed, surrounded by a sleeping dog and cat, a cup of tea, old family photo albums, and a cheerful animated smartphone. Playful labels show how mobile phones have replaced watches, cameras, wallets, maps, and more, highlighting our growing dependence on technology.

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Oct 20

Maa, This Isn’t Goodbye. It’s Just Until Next Year. ❤️

From the first sound of dhaak to the last Shubho Bijoya, some celebrations never truly leave us.

A vibrant Bijoya Dashami farewell scene featuring Maa Durga in a magnificent golden crown and red saree, surrounded by flowers, devotees, and the warm glow of sunset. A woman in a traditional red-and-white saree folds her hands in prayer as Maa Durga prepares to leave, with the words “Shubho Bijoya” illuminating the sky.

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Oct 17

The Older I Get, the More Durga Puja Makes Me Emotional

It used to be about new clothes and pandal hopping. Now, it is about the people I hope will always be beside me.

A vibrant Durga Puja celebration at night, with a woman in a traditional red-and-white Bengali saree standing with folded hands before a magnificent idol of Maa Durga. Golden lights illuminate the beautifully decorated pandal as dhaak drummers play, devotees gather, and incense smoke rises around flowers and glowing diyas.

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Oct 15

Dear Time, Please Be Gentle With My Mother — October Theme

I am terrified of the day when her beautiful smile becomes just a memory.

A beautiful young Indian woman lovingly embraces her elderly mother, who has short, soft grey hair and a gentle smile. Dressed in delicate floral outfits, they share a tender moment surrounded by vibrant pink flowers and warm sunlight, capturing the timeless bond between a mother and daughter.

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Oct 12

The Things We Leave Behind — A Writing Challenge: I Tried to Run Away From Home

One tiny mistake. And suddenly, I had a lot of explaining to do.

A vibrant, humorous illustration of an Indian family gathered around a dining table. A young woman investigates an old photograph with a magnifying glass, a confused husband holds a travel ticket, and a smiling mother dreams of escaping to Manali. An elderly grandmother mischievously hides another ticket beneath a lemon. A matchbox, keys, and luggage complete the comical family mystery.

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Oct 5

Lying Is a Disease

The deepest damage of a lie begins when someone else’s dishonesty makes you question your own truth.

A woman looks away with tears in her eyes while a man behind her holds a smiling mask, symbolizing deception. Beside her, a cracked face reveals a wounded heart, representing the unseen emotional damage caused by lies.

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Oct 4

I Thought You Would Be There

When the Person You Need Doesn’t Show Up and You Discover Who Was There All Along

A woman sits stranded beside a broken-down car, making a phone call for help, while another image of her walks forward confidently into the warm sunlight, symbolising the journey from depending on someone else to discovering her own strength.

Sushmita Chakraborty | Love, silence & the unsaid

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I write about the life we don’t post often... love, loss and the quiet ways we survive it all. Stories that linger. If it feels familiar, you’re not alone.

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