Embracing the Unknown: A Year in Ahmedabad

From the scorching summer loo of 2023 to the arrival of the first summer breeze in 2024, my journey in #Ahmedabad has been a profound experience of growth and resilience. It's been a year since I stepped into Ahmedabad, and oh, what a journey it has been!

Living alone in this vibrant city has been a ride of highs and lows. The winters here feel like embracing the warmth of self-discovery. From struggling to figure out the basics without my family to navigating the city's complexities, every chilly morning echoed my resilience.

The first few months were about exploring the nooks and crannies of Ahmedabad. Friendship, a treasure I found in unexpected corners, turned lonely days into shared laughter. Colleagues turned confidants, and chance meetings led to beautiful connections. In the city's vibrancy, I found companionship that painted my life with diverse colours.

Living alone brought a shift from being extroverted to relishing moments of solitude, and the city's heartbeat became a melody appreciated in my own company. From being a people-pleaser to adopting a 'no-fucks-given' attitude, Ahmedabad witnessed my transformation. The girl who arrived a year ago isn't the same; she's stronger, wiser, and unapologetically herself.

Ahmedabad, with its cultural richness, is more than a city to me; it's a chapter written with newfound strength and courage. As I reflect on this transformative year, I'm grateful for the challenges, the laughter, and the resilience they've carved into my spirit.

Here's to Ahmedabad—a new chapter with an untold story. (mAY bE iLl NaRrate It To mY gRANd cHildrEN)