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Have you ever broken a bone?

I’ve been fortunatenever broken a bone, and I’m determined to keep it that way. But don’t mistake my unbroken record for a lack of adventure. My life has been anything but tame. I’ve served in security agencies, where split-second decisions meant survival. I’ve lived for years in remote Himalayan villages, nestled high among rugged peaks, where the air is thin and the views are breathtaking. I’ve rappelled down sheer cliffs, heart pounding as the rope held my weight. I’ve trekked for days to stand atop a glistening glacier, the crunch of ice underfoot and the vast silence of the mountains enveloping me. Each thrill taught me to respect my limits. Caution isn’t cowardiceit’s wisdom. Your body is your lifelong companion, bearing the brunt of every reckless choice. Treat it like a trusted friend: keep it strong, nourished, and ready for the journey. As I walk the final miles of my… Have you ever broken a bone?

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Tell us about your favorite pair of shoes, and where they’ve taken you

Let me start by making one thing clearI don’t have a favorite pair of shoes. Why? Because I own only one! Working remotely has its perks, and one of them is rarely needing shoes. My usual outings involve quick trips to the nearest mall for groceries, where my trusty sandals serve me well. No laces, no hasslejust slip them on and go. But I do own a single pair of Adidas sports shoes. Their moment of glory? When I travel from Mumbai to Trivandrum. Those shoes have touched the floors of every major airport in South India, making them my most well-traveled possession. At home, though, it’s a different story. My flip-flops are my constant companions. They’ve been through it allhelping me dash around the house fixing things (or sometimes breaking them further), getting covered in dirt while I tinker in the garden, and even carrying me up ladders to… Tell us about your favorite pair of shoes, and where they’ve taken you

The passenger

There were men, women, children everywhere. Some were running carrying heavy bags, others trying to get on the train, while some were trying to get out of it.