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distinct some have faded away. A sudden blipping pop-up on his thinkpad jostles him back to his senses giving him a 10 minute reminder before his 10’clock. Its only 4 years since he landed in US and things are gradually not the same anymore. Despite his longing to stay for a few minutes more down the memory lane, he needs to get back to work and let go. ---------------------------------------------------- Voice Within ---- Arundhati Biswas In the silence that enshrouds me, I clearly hear myself. In the darkness that surrounds me, I boldly find myself. All these wishes and desires crashing, Like waves on a shore. But, to find true bliss, Into my soul I need to delve more. It’s all right the voices within tell me, Carry on with the light that’s within me. HE who made us all is always there, Whether we are in jubilation or despair. ----X---