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Byline, by Swapan K Banerjee

7/8/2020

 
He still remembers the turning point.

On that day, like any other, he’d this Sisyphean task of bearing the load of his precarious existence. Now asphyxiated, now nauseated, every fibre of his being cried out for sense. On his way to the station, he wracked his brain over what else he could do to be able to stand a little taller. As he approached the subway, he found a stack of newly-published tabloid, its last page carrying his maiden authored article.

The paper is now defunct. But the new lease of life it gave him then is yet to expire.
Pamela Kennedy
7/8/2020 11:56:56 am

I liked how you recognized that moment in time. Nice story.

Swapan k Banerjee
7/8/2020 05:10:38 pm

Yes Pamela, stories are often spun around a particular moment. Thank you so much.

Krystyna
7/8/2020 04:29:03 pm

Acceptance is the turning point for many. Hope of even better leads the way.
Inspiring story, Banerjee.

Swapan k Banerjee
7/8/2020 05:15:02 pm

You are spot-on Krystyna. Your comments are much appreciated.

Krystyna
8/8/2020 03:36:52 pm

Your welcome. Would you agree that this spot does not require remover?

Paritosh Chandra Dugar
7/8/2020 07:33:07 pm

An inspiring moment beautifully and powerfully captured. Well done, Swapan.

Swapan k Banerjee
8/8/2020 01:51:49 am

Thanks very much Paritosh.

Mary Wallace
8/8/2020 07:00:24 am

Sometimes all we need is a boost. Our achievements boost our confidence in the difficult times. Well done, Swapan

Swapan k Banerjee
8/8/2020 07:48:51 am

Thankful for your kind comments, Mary.

Sue Clayton
9/8/2020 04:55:09 am

Seeing their maiden words in print would give anyone great motivation to go forward. We all need a little lift in life at some point. Well done, Swapan.

Swapan k Banerjee
9/8/2020 08:21:25 am

You got it just right, Sue. Thank you.


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