Another interesting read from the HFY subreddit, this time it's the humans who have the upper hand. Ancient Enemies https://www.reddit.com/r/HFY/comments/k0274f/ancient_enemies/ When I read this it offered a lot of ideas on many things especially regarding the establishment of rules. In the story, the humans have established four rules they followed after thousands of years of … Continue reading What happens when Humans become the Universe’s Guardians?
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Call an Ambulance, but not for me!
Once again I find myself lurking in the older archives of the HFY Subreddit. Why? There's a lot of good shit in there. Also, it saves me the trouble of finding good stories to read. Since I'm planning to do short story analysis every single day, I want something fun to make my life a … Continue reading Call an Ambulance, but not for me!
Encountering Ray Bradbury’s Short Stories
While I was reading some stories on the HFY Subreddit. I stumbled on a comment where they mentioned that the story I liked resembled Ray Bradbury's short story. Intrigued. I decided to look into it and… Holy Crap! It's one of the best accidents I've ever done. There Will Come Soft Rains by Ray Bradbury … Continue reading Encountering Ray Bradbury’s Short Stories
Canned Sardines
No matter where I’ll end up in the future. Be it successful or in poverty. I would never forget the taste of canned sardines. Why? It’s the reason I’m still alive right now. One of the cheapest food sources out there. And, a reliable one at that too. It’s not good for everyday consumption – … Continue reading Canned Sardines
How an Act of Desperation Taught Me About Control
Ever since I’ve accepted that internship, I knew I lost control over my future. It’s been three weeks, since I’ve submitted my documents. And, I haven’t heard a single thing from the company. I have no idea what tools I’m working with, who I’m working with, and what department I’ll be staying at. Everything is … Continue reading How an Act of Desperation Taught Me About Control
How Games Made Me Aware of My Biggest Insecurities
Valorant sucks. There I said it. I just don’t find the same enjoyment my friends experience when I play this stupid game. It’s not that the game is bad. I just don’t feel like playing the game, you know? I love watching pros battle against each other, watching the drama unfolding, the hype and things … Continue reading How Games Made Me Aware of My Biggest Insecurities
Carpet Roads
When I was a little child, my preschool used to have two-hour breaks where we could do whatever we want. We could go outside, play around with the swing, and chase each other like cops and robbers. All this with a teacher supervising us, of course. It was always something I look forward too. Usually, … Continue reading Carpet Roads
A Supermarket of Childhood Memories
It was a warm December afternoon, I sat in front of a vacant food stall table in my local supermarket with ice cream in hand. I took in the buzzy atmosphere as people walked by with carts filled to the brim. It was chaotic and rowdy, but I was at peace. I can’t explain the … Continue reading A Supermarket of Childhood Memories
The Blacksmith Who Was Given Another Chance
In an evening inside The Red Lion, men, women swung their beer mugs about as they raised their voices demanding for another barrel. It was an occasion. A celebration for the league’s recent infiltration. The beasts stood no chance. It was unquestionable, absolute victory. The howls of strength and valor filled the pub’s atmosphere as … Continue reading The Blacksmith Who Was Given Another Chance
The Moment Where A Single Child Changed My View on Passion
Three days before New Year’s Eve, I was outside buying food, thinking about my future. Uncertainty, demotivation, and deliberate inaction were mountains I shouldered on a daily basis, and I have no idea what’s going on. I also don’t have any plans to do anything about it too. Over the months, I felt that my … Continue reading The Moment Where A Single Child Changed My View on Passion
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