Chapters
Book Chapter's
Chapters
Chapter 1
Early Childhood
The beauty of life lies in its unpredictability. I have always believed in living life to the fullest, always being at the edge and never backing down from a challenge. I always set dreams and goals so high without wondering...
Chapter 2
Junior High
Junior High was an emotional roller coaster ride. It was a platform for me to learn and grow my personal and social skills. As I had a shy and conserved personality, adjusting to a new place was not easy for me. Just the thought...
Chapter 3
High School
Unlike Junior High, my High School years were a smooth ride. I attended the North Delta Senior Secondary High School, and since Junior High had helped me come out of my shell, I did not have to work on my social skills...
Chapter 4
Struggles of a Teenager
The core purpose of high school might be attaining education, but for me, it was everything except that. Even though I was an average enough student, most of my time in high school was spent playing football, attending parties with...
Chapter 5
First Job
Older siblings are considered to be the helpers of their younger siblings and their supporters. They look out for them and protect them. Usually, the former is more responsible and takes care of the...
Chapter 6
Losing My Path
Living the bachelor life together, my brother and I had the time of our lives. But like always, life spins you in circles, and mine was sure to give me a hell of a...
Chapter 7
The First Downfall
“What goes up must come down.” We have all heard that saying growing up, but the thing is that we don’t really understand it until we experience our fall from grace. I wouldn’t say that I was at the...
Chapter 8
Trouble Staying Sober
As the judge banged the gavel, all hell broke loose. This was the point where life went downhill, and there was nothing I could do to make it right other than suffer the consequences. I got knocked...
Chapter 9
The Big Operation
Marriage is a sacred bond that unites two people together. It may seem like a very daunting task at first and a very monumental decision, which it surely is, but one that can bring you much...
Chapter 10
The Ultimate Loss
December 24, 2009, Christmas Eve was one of the best nights. Like any other family, it was our favorite time to spend together. We decorated our house with lights...
Chapter 11
The Accident
The summer of 2014 was marked by a new beginning and an attempt to change our lives. Atira and I went on a vacation to our summer house in Osoyoos, which is a small town in British Columbia classified as the only desert...
Chapter 12
Repairing
One of the most common goals among individuals is to become a better version of oneself. Not just once but many times in life, we get hit by severe tragedies and difficulties that seem to challenge our...
Chapter 13
Dealing with Loss
Life is a journey filled with both joyous moments and challenging obstacles. It is during these difficult times that our determination and eagerness are put to the test. Loss is an inevitable part of the human experience...
Chapter 14
Rocky's Relationship
There comes a time in our lives when bad things happen one after another, like a string of unfortunate events that just won't stop. It's as if a jinx has been cast upon us, and it feels overwhelming when it...
Chapter 15
More Troubles in 2019
Life is a journey filled with happiness, sorrows, and ups and downs. We all know it is full of unexpected twists and turns that can take us by surprise at any moment. When we think we have everything figured out, something...
Chapter 16
More Loss
2019 was a year of intense experiences that life threw at me. Without a doubt, I had a very eventful year, with some people leaving and others entering my life. Four main events took place in that year that are worth...
Chapter 17
A New Hope
I think that getting out of tough circumstances can occasionally be likened to attempting to navigate a maze without a way out. Even in the face of hardship, there is a glimmer of hope that shows the path to a brighter...
Chapter 18
Moving Forward with God
Finding faith has really helped me understand why I'm in this world and what matters in life. It's like having a steady source of direction, consolation, and encouragement regardless of the difficulties...