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As I wake up, the first sensation I register is pain—a sharp ache in my skull that seems to pierce into my brain. The migraine throbs in time with my heartbeat, each pulse sending a wave through my temples. As I force my eyes open, the sunlight hurts my eyes. The view is hopeless—sand stretches…
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Tonight is a night when I am unable to sleep. Thoughts keep coming to mind. I toss and turn, wondering: what if I had moved to Spain instead of Luxembourg? Or what if I had moved to the UK, the Nordics, or even farther, like Iceland or Australia? What would my life look like now?
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Well, if you have not seen the TV show Baby reindeer, just move along.. because there will be spoilers. Last year I watched this show as it came out and it has been on my mind ever since. I just cannot seem to get over it for several reasons. So here is one of the…
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The whole family—parents, sisters, everyone—headed to the thermal spa today. Normally, it’s great: the spa’s on an island, surrounded by trees, and you can either go for a run or jump straight into the pool. Some of us went running, others hit the open-air pool right away. It’s a beautiful spot, even in winter when…
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‘Sometimes the World wants to eat you. Don’t you know?’ Sabri looks at me playfully as he whispers these words into my face and the tip of his nose touches the tip of mine. We are sitting on the bed. I am mildly annoyed by him. How does someone wake up in a good mood,…
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Today I woke up thinking it was going to be different, a new day, a new experience. My expectations were high from the start, which can be sometimes great, bringing new energy and new insights, however, sometimes it can bring demise to smaller successes.. as they may seem that they worth nothing compared to the…
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Hello World! I have always believed that all of us have different insights into our existence, which translates into living all within different versions of our reality. When we connect, our realities intersect, creating a new and exciting new version. Welcome to my page. By arriving here, you have created a new dimension. By collaboration…
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