1. Unfulfilled New Year Resolution

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On the first morning of the new year, as the sun gently spilled its golden hues over the sleepy town of Evergreen, Gloria sat by her window, writing down her New Year's resolution in her journal. It was a simple vow: "This year, I will learn to play the piano."

Gloria's days were consumed by her demanding job as a software developer. Nevertheless, she managed to rent a small piano, and squeezed it into her modest apartment. Her fingers fumbled across the piano keys. With each passing day, they began to dance more confidently, weaving simple tunes into the quiet evenings.

As January melted into February, Gloria's determination never wavered. She spent every evening practicing. However, as the weeks turned into months, unexpected challenges began to surface. Her job demanded increasingly more of her time. Over time, the melody of her piano-playing was gradually replaced by the dull drone of her laptop. By the time summer arrived, the piano stood silently in a corner of her room, gathering dust, a reminder of a dream gradually fading away.

One quiet evening in late August, as Gloria sat gazing at the untouched piano, a sense of longing washed over her. She realized that resolutions are not just about the end goal, but also about the journey and the challenges that come with it.



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