Hello dear friends,
I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful and reflective mood.

Today’s writing prompt struck a deep chord within me: “Who would you like to talk to soon?”
It’s a question that seems simple on the surface—but as I leaned into it, it revealed layers of emotions, memories, hopes, and longings.

We are all wired for connection. A conversation—genuine and heartfelt—has the power to heal wounds, spark joy, and even change the course of our lives.

When I ponder this question, many faces drift into my mind—some from the past, some from the present, and some whom I’ve yet to meet.

A Talk with My Younger Self

If given the chance, I would love to talk to my younger self. I would smile at the impatient, curious boy who once sat on a park bench sketching dreams in the air and whisper gently, “It’s okay not to have all the answers. Life will unfold exactly the way it’s meant to.”

I would tell him not to be afraid of failure, that the banking job he takes will someday lead to an unexpected creative awakening.

I would remind him that even though mathematics will never be his best friend, words and colors will become his greatest allies.

Most importantly, I would urge him to treasure every moment with loved ones. Because time moves swiftly, and someday those moments will become priceless memories.

A Longing for Lost Conversations

There are people I can no longer call. My parents, who once sat with me under the stars sharing life’s wisdom, now live in my memory. Oh, how I would love to talk to them again!

Not just to ask the questions I never got around to—but to say thank you. For their silent sacrifices, their unspoken courage, their unconditional love.

If I could, I would talk to an old friend I lost touch with over the years. Life has a habit of drifting us apart with its tides of obligations, but some bonds don’t deserve to dissolve.

I’d pick up the phone and say, “Hey, I’ve missed you. Let’s catch up on all those years we skipped.”

A Conversation with the Next Generation

On a lighter and more joyful note, I would love to talk to my sweet granddaughter. Her innocence and imagination fill my heart with delight.

I want to listen to her stories of fairies and stars, and share with her my stories of courage, curiosity, and a life lived in full color.

Talking to a child is like talking to your own soul before the world wrapped it in fear and expectations.

Their honesty, laughter, and belief in magic remind us of our own forgotten dreams. I want to encourage her to chase hers—fearlessly and wildly.

The People We’ve Yet to Meet

And then there are people I have never met but would love to talk to soon. Imagine having a cup of tea with a fellow writer in another part of the world, discussing how words can mend broken hearts.

Or speaking with an artist who paints with a fire that reflects your own passions. Or connecting with a stranger whose life story inspires you to live more fully.

We live in a world brimming with people who carry incredible stories—and perhaps, the next conversation you have could change you in ways you never expected.

Sometimes, the Person is You

There’s another important conversation we often delay—the one with ourselves.

Sometimes, I pause my busy routine of writing, painting, and creating, and just sit quietly… asking myself, “How are you, really?”
In this stillness, I often find answers, healing, and surprising insights.

Talking to oneself is not madness—it’s mindfulness. It’s checking in with your soul, realigning with your truth, and discovering new possibilities.

So, who would you like to talk to soon?

Perhaps it’s a loved one waiting for your call. Perhaps it’s someone from the past who deserves a letter.

Maybe it’s a stranger who could become a lifelong friend. Or perhaps, it’s your own heart quietly whispering, “Let’s talk. It’s been a while.”

Life is short, dear friends. Let’s not wait too long for meaningful conversations. Reach out. Reconnect. Reflect.
Because sometimes, all it takes is one conversation to remind us that we are loved, heard, and never truly alone.

Until next time,
Keep smiling, keep creating, and keep talking—to the world and to your soul.

Warm regards,
Vijay Verma
www.retiredkalam.com

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