The freedom to walk unshackled is priceless. I walked free before this only when I took baby steps, and stumbled against every piece of furniture in the room.
Somebody, obviously not a well-wisher, placed the burden of tradition on my shoulders. I was the eldest in the family, president of the business club and a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs. How could I afford to falter?
You will not know how it feels to walk with a mountain beneath your feet. The sky is close, but feet too heavy.
Finally, I did it – cut my feet to sprout wings.
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I especially like the last line, a nice closing sentiment.
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Glad you liked it. Thank you, D.Avery!
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Anything which is shackling is a burden, indeed. Suffocating. Beautifully written, Reena.
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Thank you so much, Indira!
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💚💚💚
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Tradition can indeed be truly shackling.
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It inhibits growth. One should be free to take what they like, shake it off and move ahead.
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Agreed. I’ve found in my life, though, that family often does not wish to allow one to do so, sadly. For me to shake off those shackles, I had to lose most of my family too.
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People love their own replicas, not children or siblings. If you are not cut out to be like them, it makes sense to take different paths.
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Awesome
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Thanks 🙂
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You’re welcome. This is a difficult challenge to write for.
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I go with the first image that comes to mind.
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You’ve done well.
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Thanks 🙂
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You’re welcome
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