BACK TO HOSTEL

Yesterday morning, I reached my hostel, feeling so happy to see my friends and my roommate again. My roommate surprised me with a sketchbook as a birthday gift—she knows how much I love drawing. Even though I’m not a pro, sketching makes me happy and brings peace to my mind. I was really exhausted yesterday since I woke up at 4 a.m., traveled 176 km from my home by train, and then took a bus and an auto before finally reaching my hostel.

                                                     Year of Growth and Grit

Today, it is a special day for me, my birthday 🎂.This year feels different. Maybe it’s because I’m growing older, or maybe because I’m beginning to notice how every small moment shapes who I am.

I woke up to warm wishes from family, friends, and even people I didn’t expect. Each message felt like a hug wrapped in words. It made me realize that sometimes, the simplest gestures mean the most. So here’s to another year of becoming—of chasing dreams that stretch my soul, of walking roads that scare and excite me, and of finding magic in the smallest corners of life💫.

I’m 23, a first-year medical student, and right now my days are filled with books, notes, and the countdown to my final exams.

As I turn 23 and prepare for my first-year final exams, I realize that life will always juggle joy and challenges. Birthdays remind me to pause, breathe, and appreciate how far I’ve come, while exams remind me to stay focused on where I’m going. This year, I step forward with gratitude in my heart, determination in my mind, and hope lighting the path ahead.