Buddhi Ruparathna

  Photography by Courtney Cook on Unsplash "You should try to be a mug of hot chocolate to everyone you meet, you know.", she exclaimed. "How so?" "Be a cheerful soul who is full of life. Someone who is loving and kind towards the other beings. Someone who doesn't encourage cruelty of all means and is loyal to all the souls. Someone who will instantly make your heart filled with happiness just as you see them with a warming smile. Someone who is aware that there can be good and bad days in the lives of others. Someone who will become a strength to the ones who has lost the courage. Someone who would give a pat on the shoulder and be with you till the clouds of life would disappear. Someone who encourages you to pursue your dreams. Someone who will strengthen your soul to take every step in achieving it and will be there to celebrate your wins without an ounce of jealousy. Someone who is able to bring out the best in you and also most importantly someone who...

  One rainy day I was looking out of my window, outside rain drops were hurrying to get down to the land. Suddenly I saw you winking at me, while dancing with your crew on the lotus leaf. So amazed by your talents I was. it was impossible to turn your talent into words. You did it in the flawless way. I would love to say that, you were the dancing star. At last the rain ceased, and the sun peeped through the clouds. I had been watching you for so long, that I didn't even realize. The sun rays fell upon you, making you glisten like a diamond. But did vou ever think, That I won't be able to see you again? No dear dew drop, you will be evaporated to another place. Life is like that my friend, Someday whether you like it or not, You have to leave behind your loved ones, and go to another place. Until our journey of life ends, until we realize the truth.

Just like a wildflower with a unique colour combination like no other,  learn to accept your own flaws and grace your own beauty.  Keep a core so soft that even the harsh world cannot destroy, just like the petals so delicate. Be strong and mighty, that not even the strong winds can destroy, and so resilient, just like the small body which the heavy rain cannot keep back. Learn and grow in silence, And be grateful and humble to your routes,  so that you can show your true beauty to the world.  Fill your heart with joy and dance to your own tunes,  and know that you are worthy of a beautiful spot in this world, just like a colourful wildflower in the wilderness.