Prose & Plot

We often admire resilience in nature but overlook it in ourselves

A tree weathering the storm, bending but not breaking, often becomes a metaphor for strength and perseverance. We marvel at how it endures heavy winds, rain, and lightning while continuing to grow and flourish. Yet, when we face storms in our lives—be it personal challenges, professional setbacks, or emotional struggles—we seldom recognize that same resilience within ourselves.

Thoughts on Project Hail Mary?

Just finished Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, and wow - it's a mind-bending, heart-pounding adventure that shows just how far human ingenuity can take us! If you loved The Martian, you're in for a treat, as Weir raises the bar with this one. The science is complex but totally engaging, and he makes you feel like you're right there with the main character, facing impossible odds in deep space.

Thoughts on The Great Gatsby?

Just finished The Great Gatsby, and it's incredible how Fitzgerald captures the dazzling yet empty world of the Jazz Age. The novel dives deep into the American Dream through Gatsby's journey—his relentless pursuit of wealth and, ultimately, Daisy. Gatsby's entire life revolves around an idealized love, symbolized by that mysterious green light across the bay.