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Human's short life

Baby to Old soul

By Vishalraj MPublished about a year ago 4 min read
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Human's short life
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Once upon a time, there was a baby born in a small town. He was a beautiful baby with big brown eyes and chubby cheeks. His parents named him Jack, and they loved him more than anything in the world. As Jack grew up, his parents noticed that he was an extremely intelligent child. He learned to walk and talk at a very young age and was always eager to learn new things.

As Jack got older, he became even smarter. He excelled in school and was always at the top of his class. His parents were proud of him and knew that he was destined for great things.

When Jack was in his early twenties, he got a job at a prestigious company. He worked hard and quickly climbed the ranks. He became a top executive in the company and was making a lot of money. Jack was living the dream, but something was missing.

One day, Jack met a beautiful woman named Sarah. They fell in love and got married. Jack was finally complete, and he knew that he had everything he had ever wanted.

Years went by, and Jack and Sarah had two beautiful children. They were happy and content with their lives. Jack continued to work hard and climb the ranks at his company, but he also made sure to spend time with his family.

As Jack approached his fiftieth birthday, he began to feel different. He wasn't as energetic as he used to be, and he noticed that he was getting tired more easily. His hair was turning grey, and he started to develop wrinkles around his eyes.

Jack was scared. He didn't want to get old. He wanted to stay young forever. But time continued to pass, and Jack continued to age. He retired from his job, and he and Sarah moved to a small town by the sea.

Jack enjoyed his retirement, but he couldn't help feeling sad about his aging body. He missed the days when he was young and full of energy. He longed to be a baby again, to start over and do things differently.

One day, Jack was walking along the beach, and he came across an old woman. She looked wise and kind, and Jack was drawn to her.

"Hello, young man," she said. "What brings you here?"

"I'm just taking a walk," Jack said.

"Ah, yes," the old woman said. "I remember those days. When I was young, I used to take long walks on the beach, just like you."

"You're not young anymore?" Jack asked.

The old woman smiled. "No, my dear. I'm very old. But that doesn't mean I'm not happy."

Jack was surprised. He had always thought that getting old meant being unhappy.

"How do you stay happy?" Jack asked.

The old woman took Jack's hand and led him to a nearby bench. They sat down together, and she began to tell him her story.

"I used to be like you," she said. "I was young and beautiful, and I had everything I wanted. But then I got old. At first, I was scared. I didn't know what was going to happen to me. But then I realized something important."

"What's that?" Jack asked.

"I realized that getting old is a gift," the old woman said. "It means that you have lived a long life. You have experienced so many things and learned so much. And every wrinkle, every grey hair, is a sign of that experience."

Jack was amazed. He had never thought of it that way before.

The old woman smiled. "Don't be afraid of getting old, my dear. Embrace it. It's a natural part of life, and it's something to be celebrated."

Jack thanked the old woman for her wisdom and continued his walk along

As Sarah closed her eyes for the final time, a sense of peace washed over her. She had lived a long and fulfilling life, filled with love, family, and adventure. As she took her last breath, memories of her life flashed before her eyes, from her earliest memories as a baby to the moments she had shared with her children and grandchildren.

She had experienced the joys and sorrows of life, but had always kept a positive outlook and a determination to make the most of every day. She had never let her age hold her back, and had always been eager to try new things, to learn, and to grow.

As her loved ones gathered around her, Sarah felt a sense of gratitude for the life she had lived and for the people who had been a part of it. She knew that her legacy would live on through her family and friends, and that her spirit would continue to inspire others to live their lives to the fullest.

As the sun set on Sarah's final day, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves of the nearby trees. It was a peaceful and beautiful moment, and Sarah knew that she was ready for whatever lay beyond.

She closed her eyes and took one last deep breath, letting go of all her worries and fears. She smiled and whispered to herself, "It's been a wonderful journey." And with that, she slipped away, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and memories.

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