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For almost 14 years, I have practiced exercise regularly, but it has often been a lonely activity. Training sessions at the gym or going for long runs require time, effort, and dedication. Throughout these years, I barely remember doing outdoor activities with my family, as exercise is not something they commonly engage in, even though most of them have a background in medicine. Recently, I managed to convince my mum to join me at the gym. At first, she was skeptical about whether or not she wanted to go. I paid for a two-month subscription without any conditions; she could attend at any time from Monday to Saturday. She accepted, and after a couple of sessions alongside my aunt, she began to enjoy the training. Initially, she focused on the machines, but over time, she started taking yoga classes and adding cardio workouts to her routine. At 50 years old, this is the longest period she has engaged in any sport or exercise. I am thrilled for her. Building a new hobby can be challenging...

Yesterday, I planned to write a blog post, as I do each weekend, by reflecting on a specific topic or event. Despite many things happening during the week, I struggled to come up with a title to post. So today, I’ll write about the role of a father in the family, what it means to have a family, and how we celebrate this day. My parents have been divorced for almost 11 years, which is a long time. Unfortunately, we do not have any connection or contact with my dad. He chose to remarry and start a new family apart from us. In contrast, we grew up with the sacrifices of our mother, who assumed both parental roles—physically and financially. She provided us with food, education, clothing, and all the other necessities that a couple typically shares. As a result, we do not celebrate Father's Day. Although my dad was present during our childhood, our circumstances have changed. Now, we are adults, each with our own responsibilities and families. I feel fortunate to have had my mum by our...

I almost forgot to write about what happened last month, so here's a brief review of my experiences and expectations for the upcoming month. During the past month, I have been applying for other jobs and recently started considering the possibility of having two jobs. Although my current job has improved—especially since the workload has been well-distributed and it’s not as stressful—I have decided to continue working at my current company for now. By the way, I’ve now been there for 8 months. I also renewed my passport. Last month, I was busy planning a road trip to Argentina and preparing all the necessary documents. Additionally, I bought new shoes for training. I received some concerning news regarding my health. Although I have been feeling relatively well, in my last medical check-up, my doctor diagnosed a condition in my private parts. In the past few weeks, I underwent several medical exams, including blood tests and imaging studies. Unfortunately, I learned that I will ne...

Today, we celebrate Children's Day. Although most family members are now adults with their own careers, we still cherish the time spent with our younger members to commemorate this special occasion. My nephew and cousin, who are 2 and 4 years old, remind us of the joy they bring to our lives. When my nephew arrives at our house, the atmosphere fills with joy. It feels like an amusement park or a playground, with toys scattered across the floor, lively music playing, and children's songs in the air. My mum often sets aside whatever she is doing to spend time playing with him. Perhaps she now understands how quickly time can pass. In the blink of an eye, my nephew has transformed from a toddler into an energetic little boy. He can now understand many words—even in English—form phrases, and distinguish numbers, colors, and shapes. It's like having a mini adult around! Part of growing up is realizing that moments like these are unique; childhood truly is one of the happiest sta...

I didn’t realize until now that it has been 11 years since I began learning to play this instrument. It was in 2014 when I decided to take practical classes, motivated by my friends and social circle. At that time, I took a break from my college courses, and, as you can imagine, I had a lot of free time. My first guitar classes were a bit strange; those first chords played on the classical guitar felt like knives on my fingers as I struggled to position them correctly. At home, I had a guitar that I barely played, but I knew a bit about the instrument because my friends had been playing since our high school years, and rock music greatly influenced my taste in music. Those initial classes, mostly one-on-one, taught me the basics of what I was about to discover. Those first chords soon evolved into basic melodies, and I began to learn to play some of my favorite songs. At the beginning, my progress was noteworthy. I could play some songs and started to engage in more advanced practice. ...

Last April, I decided to sign up for a 21k race after reflecting on how I spent the previous year. I found myself stuck in front of a monitor, repeatedly visiting the same places. Don't get me wrong; my routine has allowed me to live a calm and easy life. However, I often felt stagnant and empty for not stepping outside my comfort zone and comparing myself to my peers. This time, I chose to change that. I can't even remember the last time I went on vacation. Since starting to work and as the years passed, my days became monotonous and predictable. The perfect excuse for breaking that cycle? Running. As one of my favorite sports, it gives me a valid reason to travel without feeling guilty about spending money. Since finishing college, my long-distance running has turned into a weekend activity; most of my training over the years has involved going to the gym and lifting weights. A good friend of mine invited me to run a race in Argentina, but before the event, we will travel to ...