It feels almost surreal to be back, typing away and sharing my heart out on this platform. There's a certain magic about blogging that has always felt like home to me. Throughout my high school years and that pivotal first year of university, pouring my thoughts into the vast expanse of the internet was my way of seeking clarity, understanding, and solace. It was my anchor, my silent scream, my whispered prayer.
"Dear Kayal" wasn't just a series of letters; it was a heartfelt dialogue with a part of me. Kayal, a name I fondly chose for my imagined future daughter, became my confidante. Through those letters, I hoped to pass on the wisdom, the reflections, and the lessons I was grasping in real time. The idea was to give her the advice and assurance I often yearned for.
Now, years later, I stand at a different vantage point in life. It would be easy to say I want to write about entirely new themes, but the essence of "Dear Kayal" remains unchanged. The core of it is still letters teeming with love, passion, hope, and the lessons that life keeps teaching me. It's about chronicling those moments of epiphany, those tough lessons learned the hard way, and those simple joys that make everything worthwhile.
I remember the nights I spent feeling utterly isolated, grappling with the weight of challenges and the shadows of my thoughts. It's a place I wouldn't wish upon anyone. My hope, as I revive these letters, is to be a beacon for someone out there. If my words can make even one person feel less alone, less overwhelmed by the vastness of their struggles, then every letter would have achieved its purpose.
So, here we are, starting a new chapter of "Dear Kayal". Whether you've been with me since the beginning or you're a new friend I've yet to meet, I welcome you with open arms and an open heart. Let's journey together, one letter at a time.
love, adhi xx