My grandfather’s journey
My grandfather grew up in Allahabad, India. He was born in Lahore right before the partition of India and Pakistan, so when he was a few months old he had to move to India. His family was getting on fine financially and emotionally, but when he was 13, his father died. His father was the […]
Urmila’s triumph
Urmila’s life was simple and followed the same rhythm everyday. Like many girls in her village, she was married at a young age and learned to find peace in her duties. She woke up before the sun to start her work-sweeping the floors, lighting the stove, and making sure the house was perfect. She was […]
Adaptation
My father grew up in South Korea in a time when life was a constant struggle for his family. They didn’t have much money at all, which meant they had to be extremely careful with every single cent they earned. There were no luxuries or extra toys; they could only afford the absolute necessities like […]
A Leg Above the Rest
For me, my grandfather is more than just a relative – he is an inspiration of courage, perseverance, and advocacy for himself and others. Major General Ian Cardozo worked in the Indian army for many years, fighting multiple wars, and demonstrating immense amounts of bravery and pride for his country. In 1971, during the war […]
Army force versus Grandma force
18-year old Anand walked up to the army camp gates, boots crunching down on the pebbles. Creak! Went the gates, as he stepped inside, heart pounding beneath his ribs. On the other side, just behind him were his family, sniffling. “Hurry!” Said Anand, ushering them into the army camp reception. He led them to the […]