Tag: love
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Sibling relationships: an ode to my younger sister
The screeching voice waking me up every morning, my car seat companion in the back seat of Mom’s car, the extra lump in my bed stealing the covers at night, my “Meet me downstairs for a snack?” dial. Sharing clothes, staying up late talking at the kitchen counter, my errand partner, always arguing about who…
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Little Things That Aren’t So Little
I am a strong advocate for the little gestures. Open the door open for strangers, chase the kid’s soccer ball down the pavement and kick it back to him, pay compliments, try to be larger than you are— even when it’s easier to ignore your instinct. I find that the best people in life follow…
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Excitement That Overwhelms
You can be in love with a million sights, souls, and minds. Never apologize for your light, your passion, or your enthusiasm. Enthusiasm fuels the world. I am a strong believer that every individual in this world bestows a quality that is difficult to put into words for others to fully understand. A characteristic that…
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A Person to Call Home
Someone who respects you, even when you’re not around. Someone who asks how your day was before you have to ask first. The person who’s patient with you, even when you’re not the easiest to put up with. Someone who’s honest and loyal, an unfortunately difficult trait to find. The person who adores you not…
Much love, Shaudeh Farjami 