friendship

C.S Lewis got it right: friendship is born when one person says to another: "What! You too? I thought I was the only one!"

The Bridge of Songs
THE STORY Sarangpur was a town split by a wide, winding river. On the west bank lived the Khans, known for their storytelling, poetry, and traditional music. On the east bank lived the Shahids, skilled artisans who crafted wood, metal, and stone with unmatched precision.
By M.Farooq11 months ago in Humans
The Lantern on the Hill
THE STORY The village of Noorabad lay between gentle hills and a winding river. Its homes were simple—clay walls, wooden doors, and roofs that caught the golden light of sunset. For generations, the village had been united by a tradition: every evening, someone would climb the hill at the edge of town and light the old lantern, a symbol of hope, guidance, and togetherness.
By M.Farooq11 months ago in Humans
Rachael’s Yearly Winter Ritual
Ever since I found The Local Recreation Center I’ve been skating there year round. It has been since the age of thirteen that I’ve been skating there. It has been since, then. I am now 37 and it was since 2001/2003-ish. It was 2001, that we had moved in, and 2003, since I first touched the ice.
By Rachael Frazier11 months ago in Humans
Let Go and Release. Winner in The Ritual of Winter Challenge.
On New Year’s Day, we write a short list of things we want to let go of. It could be an attitude, like anger, or shame, disappointment in self or others, or giving the shove-off to excess weight.
By Andrea Corwin 11 months ago in Humans
The Empty Chair
THE STORY Rahimabad was a small town, quiet and dusty, surrounded by low hills and winding roads. People knew each other, but they had stopped truly listening. Disagreements over land, water, and school management had slowly widened the gap between neighbors.
By M.Farooq11 months ago in Humans
Top 10 Truck Driver Dating Sites and Apps to Find Real Love in 2026
For those living life behind the wheel, finding a partner who understands the unique demands of the road can be a difficult journey, which is why specialized Truck Driver Dating Sites and Apps have become the ultimate solution for finding love in 2026. The traditional dating scene often fails to accommodate the long hours, erratic schedules, and constant travel that define a trucker's lifestyle. In the past, drivers were limited to chance encounters at truck stops or the daunting task of explaining their absences to partners who work nine-to-five jobs.
By Olivia Smith11 months ago in Humans
. The Friend I Lost When I Finally Told the Truth
The Friend I Lost When I Finally Told the Truth Subheading: Honesty didn’t save the relationship — it ended it. By [Ali Rehman]
By Ali Rehman11 months ago in Humans
Two Worlds and One Cup of Coffee
It began with a five-dollar bill passed through a passenger-side window by a complete stranger. The car was stopped in the drop-off lane at the front entrance of the children’s hospital. A weathered, exhausted mother sat in the passenger seat while her husband hurried a stroller shaped like a blue race car back up to the seventh floor—the floor that had been home for the past seven days.
By Lorelai Faye11 months ago in Humans
Top 10 BBW Granny Dating Sites and Apps to Meet Mature Singles in 2026
Finding genuine connection in the digital age has become increasingly specialized, and the demand for BBW Granny Dating Sites and Apps to Meet Mature Singles has skyrocketed as we settle into 2026. This surge in popularity reflects a cultural shift toward celebrating diverse body types and the wisdom that comes with age, moving away from the superficial standards that once dominated the online dating scene. Mature singles and their admirers are no longer satisfied with generic platforms; they look for dedicated spaces where full-figured older women are cherished and respected.
By Olivia Smith11 months ago in Humans
Why People Are Stepping Away From Traditional Dating Rules
Traditional dating rules were followed during decades and these were the way, a relationship should have started, developed and flourished. These guidelines implied on explicit schedules on who to call, date, share feelings and long term commitments. Although they used to give a structure, many individuals in the present times have found them restricting and lacking in touch with actual emotional experiences. The digital communication and changing social expectations have shifted modern life to the frames of hardcore romance.
By Kellee Bernier11 months ago in Humans
The Standard You Walk Past...
It's the first night of Hanukkah, but where families should be celebrating together, they're grieving instead. This afternoon on Bondi Beach, two gunmen opened fire. There was a third gunman, who was disarmed by a bystander before police arrived. IEDs were found in a van nearby, belonging to one of the shooters.
By Natasja Rose11 months ago in Humans
Handel's Messiah
Every December, I travel into the city to watch a performance of Handel’s Messiah. Most will be familiar with the Hallelujah Chorus, not far fewer are aware that it’s part of a larger concert, complete with Orchestra, pipe organ and soloists.
By Natasja Rose11 months ago in Humans