Defining Life is a gentle, meditative reflection on acceptance and resilience. Using tea as a metaphor, the poem reminds us that life’s changing temperatures and flavors—sweet or bitter, warm or cold—are all part of the experience, each one worthy of… Read More ›
My Childhood Treasure Box: Where It All Began Friends, Childhood is a magical season of life—one filled with endless possibilities, secret worlds, and emotions that feel larger than life itself. During those formative years, we often attach ourselves deeply to… Read More ›
This poem reflects the quiet, ongoing journey of self-discovery. It explores the courage to face uncertainty, embrace change, and recognize the hidden strength within. Through reflection, small revelations, and creative expression, it celebrates the process of becoming one’s true self—one… Read More ›
Hello dear friends, I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful mood. Today’s writing prompt—“If you had a freeway billboard, what would it say?”—is deceptively simple, yet deeply thought-provoking. At first glance, a billboard feels insignificant: a few words… Read More ›
Best Blog Posts of 2025 on RetiredKalam.com ❤️ An annual reflection on the most-loved writings on retirement, aging, purpose, and mindful living 2025 was a landmark year for RetiredKalam.com—for me personally, and for many readers who walked alongside this blog… Read More ›
This is a bold declaration of presence and purpose. It celebrates resilience, passion, and the courage to embrace life in all its sweetness and pain—choosing to feel deeply, rise boldly, and claim every moment of this fragile miracle called life…. Read More ›
Hello, my dear friends!I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful mood—perhaps with a cup of tea nearby and a few quiet minutes to let your imagination roam. Today, I stumbled upon a fascinating writing prompt that made me… Read More ›
Hello dear friends—I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful mood too. Today’s writing prompt, “What colleges have you attended?”, appears deceptively simple. At first glance, it feels like a routine question—one meant to be answered with a list… Read More ›
Smile, please …Today is Friday There’s something about this day that tiptoes into our week with more personality than any other. Technically, yes, it sits neatly on the calendar—either the fifth or sixth day of the week depending on where… Read More ›
Hello dear friends, I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful mood. Today’s writing prompt stopped me in my tracks: How have your political views changed over time? It’s one of those questions that looks simple on the surface,… Read More ›
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