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The story isn’t over yet, Sunshine – BlogchatterA2Z #AoZchallenge

Hello Sunshine,

The story isn’t over yet.

Do you remember the first time you arrived here—the first time you read these letters? I wonder what stirred in your heart. What did you feel? What did you see in these words that made you stay? I want to know everything—the joy, the confusion, the hope, the quiet ache—because this journey has always been about you. I wonder how you felt—what thoughts crossed your mind, what emotions rose in your heart. I wish I could hear it all. Every little feeling that made you stay, that made you feel seen.

And now, it’s time for a pause—a gentle farewell, but not goodbye. I hope we meet again soon. Truly, I do.

This is the second-last time I’m writing to you, Sunshine.
Tomorrow will be the final letter in this little journey we’ve shared.
But before that, I want to leave you with something that I hold close to my heart:

Sunshine, design the life you love.

Create your own joy, your own version of happiness. Embrace every moment—the messy, the magical, the mundane. Shape your days with intention. Build a life that reflects what matters most to you. Yes, life will throw surprises—some beautiful, some painful. But all of it, all of it, will shape you. This isn’t a path that’s meant to be straight. It’s meant to be lived, stumbled through, danced in, and learned from. It won’t always be easy. There will be ups and downs, twists and turns, but that’s what makes it beautiful. After all, what’s the thrill of a ride if it’s all smooth?

There’s no growth without some struggle. How will you learn to rise if you never fall?
How will you find your way if you’re always handed the map?

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Let every challenge teach you something. Let every loss carve a little more strength into your spirit. That’s how you grow, sunshine. That’s how you meet the world—not with fear, but with fire. Every challenge, every setback, every detour—it’s all shaping you, teaching you, growing you. That’s how you become who you’re meant to be.

And when you get tired? Pause. Breathe. Then begin again. Don’t leave your story incomplete. Keep writing. Keep living. 

Even if it’s slow, even if it’s hard—just continue. Don’t give up on yourself. Take a breath, take your time, find your way. Life isn’t meant to be perfect—it’s meant to be lived, fully and deeply. And when things feel too heavy, when life feels unclear, trust God. Hand over your fears. Lean on that quiet faith. You’ll never regret putting your hope there.

Be there for others the way you wish someone had been there for you. Give without keeping score. Laugh loud. Smile often. Share your light. Be generous with your kindness. Let your smile be someone’s reason to believe again.

Follow your heart. Stand by what you feel. Be proud of your softness. Celebrate others’ joy as your own. And never stop learning, Sunshine. Never. Love as deeply as you wish to be loved, and never forget the fire within you.

Always remember:
You matter. You’re enough. You’re making a difference—just by being you. Spread your love, your joy, your light—always.
Sunshine, I need you to know something.  Because of you, I didn’t give up.  That’s not just a sentence—it’s a feeling I’ll carry with me forever. So wherever life takes you next, carry this one truth:  The story isn’t over yet, Sunshine.

I’ll see you soon.
—Love.

This Post Has 13 Comments

  1. Vinay Nagaraju

    How will you learn to get up if you don’t fall, how will you learn to succeed if you don’t fail, how will you learn your own strength beyond limitations unless you realise and see what holds you back. It is incredible to see how much strength we have internally to go against odds and get to where we really truly want..

  2. Noor Anand Chawla

    At least we can keep returning to your lovely letters whenever we need some encouragement, Vidhya! Lovely post and lovely series.

    1. vidhya thakkar

      THANKK YOUUU

  3. Priyanka Nair

    Another inspirational dose Vidhya :) Yes Apna Time Aaega :)

  4. Sonia Chatterjee

    Write a few more letter Vidhya. I’m definitely going to miss them.

  5. Ninu Nair

    I don’t want to bid farewell…loved all your posts. I will miss the sunshine :-(

  6. DrAmrita Basu

    Story is not over yet.We need to keep going.Great series.

  7. Jeanine Byers

    I have loved your letters this month! And I appreciate this one for its encouragement to keep going, and to hold on to the fact that no matter what life is doing to you right now, it isn’t the end of the story.

  8. Trapti

    Yes, life is not to give up but to learn.

  9. Aditi Kapur

    Picture abhi baki hai dear sunshine:) Stay connected!

  10. Manas Mukul

    Hopefully apna time aayega. Was a great experience to come across your blog throught the challenge. All the best for future endeavours. Good nostalgic one.
    #ContemplationOfaJoker #Jokerophilia

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