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A Spoonful of Imperfection
Day 15 of 30 · Thursday· A Day in My Life
Background:
This story is part of my 30-Day Medium Challenge, where I’ve committed to posting one journal-style entry every day from May 1 to May 30, 2025. These journal entries are my way of tracking each day with intention, reflection, and gratitude.
[May 15, 2025]
🌅 Morning
I woke up at 9:10 AM, freshened up, and got ready for a meeting scheduled at 9:30 AM.
If you read my previous journal, you know I’m at my parents’ home because my mom is unwell.
I went to her room, spent some time with her and our pet, Cherry, and then decided to make breakfast for us.
I prepared two cups of tea and made sandwiches with yoghurt, cucumber, and carrot.
We chatted a little, I gave her her medicines, and then I returned to my room to begin my office work.
🌞 Afternoon
I took a break and checked on my mom. The maid arrived and served us some fruit.
She then prepared lunch — rice, toor dal (split pigeon peas), and mango chutney.
Taking another break, I invited my mom to my room, and we had lunch together. Cherry had her meal…