A Day of Small Wins, Big Thoughts, and Honest Reflections

Other Journaling Days

Today started with something simple yet empowering—a driving class. I drove to the office parking lot in Sector 21, Dundahera village, about 24–25 kilometers away. With less traffic on the road than usual, the drive was smooth and comfortable. I managed to return halfway home before switching off near the Jaipur Highway. It was one of those drives that makes you feel just a little more in control of your life.

Later in the day, good news came in—my salary got credited. With that, I made an important decision: to pre-close my car loan. The loan had been dragging me down financially, especially with ₹24,000 vanishing each month. Looking at the numbers, I’ve already spent over a lakh on interest payments alone. Ending that cycle will be a financial relief and a step closer to financial clarity.

Work was technically productive. We managed to containerize the NEA app using Docker and deploy it to a Kubernetes cluster. However, the last piece of the puzzle—DNS setup—is still pending. We’re close to getting the whole thing functional. It’s one of those inch-by-inch battles.

Now, why am I journaling all of this? The simple answer: to rebuild my communication skills. Writing helps me pause and reflect. It brings structure to the chaos in my head.

That said, some parts of the day brought discomfort. Moni’s daughters—Mahi and Chulbul—are staying with us. But their stay has been more frustrating than helpful. Their academic performances have been lackluster, and their motivation seems lacking. Today, they were out late into the evening without much accountability, and that stirred some raw feelings in me. I don’t want to dwell too much on negativity, but writing it out helps process the emotion and let it go.

On a lighter note, Ankit and Akash called. There’s talk of a new freelancing opportunity where we’d split ownership—33%, 33%, and 34% respectively. It’s exciting but also daunting. Where do I find the time and energy? Still, it feels worth exploring.

Tomorrow’s another early morning, another drive, and maybe another small win. Let’s see where the road leads.

God bless.