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That Lucky Break...

You have a very vivid imagination, Maryam." 

The editor said as I got through to her. She was specially picked out for me by my publisher and she had told me we were going to be working together for her to capture the true essence of my stories.

"What was going through your mind when you wrote these?"

I sighed, smiled and replied.

"Happiness as sweet as honey, sadness as bitter as bile."


May our best dreams come through. May our hopes never be dashed. We each, on our journeys, strive to be the best of ourselves. Faced with uncertainties, and frustrations that could bring about depression.

We need to persevere on our chosen course. Our persistence, patience coupled with our faith would go a long way in realising that dream so much desire.

Keep on with the hard work or smart work like some people prefer to call theirs. Either way, just make sure yours is not the illegitimate type. There's this saying that where preparation meets opportunity, success is assured. So don't give up. You never know, that one more try might just end up being your lucky break.

To that creative out there, you are amazing and unique. That distinctiveness each one of us possesses is what stands us apart from one another. The gift of creation is already wonderful on its own, utilizing yours for the world is a heroic feat. Don't wait to be applauded, celebrate yourself any chance you get and give yourself the necessary nudge to forge ahead. My dear, your time will come InshaAllah.

By the way, the story short dialogue I wrote above is not yet my reality. I hope someday I will look back and say Alhamdulillah not just from the tip of my tongue but from deep down in my heart. Aamin

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