Writing
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On the Days When Writing Won’t Let Me In
There are days when writing feels like entering a dim room before anyone has opened the curtains. The silence is heavy, the air unmoved. Still I sit, trying to name the thing inside me that insists on being shaped, even when the shaping feels impossible. Continue reading
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The Quiet Path Beneath the Autumn Sun
I walked beneath the quiet blaze of autumn at Jardin Botanique de Montréal, where light, color, and earth gathered in gentle harmony. The forest asked for nothing. The path simply welcomed each step, and I raised my camera in gratitude for a beauty that lives without question. Continue reading
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Reflecting on My Year in Writing: Thoughts and Growth in 2024
2024 marked a transformative year in my writing journey. By embracing a freer, unstructured style, I discovered a deeper connection to my thoughts and ideas, blending prose and photography into a creative symphony. This post reflects on the projects and philosophies that defined my year and how they’ll shape my future writing endeavors. Continue reading
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Rediscovering the Art of Writing: The Unbound Power of Words
Writing is a unique journey, more than the pen or screen it begins with. Unlike arts tethered to tools, writing’s true power lies in the mind’s freedom, inviting intimate, unbounded self-discovery and a sublime connection that resonates deeply. This exploration unveils writing as both a personal refuge and an expansive discovery. Continue reading
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Chasing Summer’s Fading Light: Holding On to What Cannot Stay
In this reflection on the fleeting beauty of time, inspired by T.S. Eliot’s The Four Quartets, a photograph captures the delicate transition from summer to autumn. The image holds the quiet remnants of fading warmth, where past and future merge in a moment of serene, timeless connection. Continue reading
Shayan Afzal 