(This post is part of the A to Z Challenge. I am writing this month on activities that keep me refreshed during these depressing days. It's Day 24 today.)
X indicates something that is unknown. Indeed, these are uncertain times befallen on us by the stealthy attacks of a pathogen about which there are still a lot of unknowns.
But that doesn't mean I am clueless as to what I have to do. In fact, x, the independent variable, could stand for any of the 23 activities about which I have written so far on this blog during this month; everyday pursuits that keep the spirits high and help me look ahead with hope.
In fact, I am pretty sure of what I have to do each day, just as I would mark with an x to identify something on a map that I want to highlight.
We are at an X-shaped junction, where we have paused in order to introspect and to plan the direction of the path ahead; a track that haven't trodden before.
A choice that we would make, just we do on a ballot paper with an x.
But that doesn't mean I am clueless as to what I have to do. In fact, x, the independent variable, could stand for any of the 23 activities about which I have written so far on this blog during this month; everyday pursuits that keep the spirits high and help me look ahead with hope.
In fact, I am pretty sure of what I have to do each day, just as I would mark with an x to identify something on a map that I want to highlight.
We are at an X-shaped junction, where we have paused in order to introspect and to plan the direction of the path ahead; a track that haven't trodden before.
A choice that we would make, just we do on a ballot paper with an x.
yes x really can be the variable in Covid that keeps us focusing on hope. Nice
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Ha ha - clever way round the dearth of X words - as a xometime geography student, I like the x on a map!
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ReplyDeleteNeatly choreographed! Indeed, COVID has provided the human race with an 'x' factor... YAM xx
An unknown quantity, indeed.
ReplyDeleteYou ended this blog post with 'x' as the last alphabet. X at the end usually denotes familiarity. In UK it denotes kisses. XO is kisses and hugs.
ReplyDeleteTrue Covid has lead us into an unknown path. I like what you said we are at an "X shaped junction to pause, introspect and plan ahead. Thank you for sharing:)
ReplyDeleteI like your logical, calm perspective on it. Getting bent out of shape doesn't help anyone. Hadn't considered an "X" junction before.
ReplyDeleteA smart write up on an undetermined and unknown X.
ReplyDeleteI like the map connection :)
ReplyDeleteReminded me of the Geography exam question papers!
So many ways to look at X.
ReplyDeleteInfact now it reminds me of the Tic Tac To game -where we mark X & 0 .
A brilliant thought in fact, Pradeep, as 'X' can be taken for any unknown or known or given factor.
ReplyDeleteA good reminder of where are are today and thank you for jogging my Geography lessons' memory about plotting on maps.
ReplyDeleteNot to forget....... find x (in Algebra)
ReplyDeleteYes we all have come to that X-shaped junction many times.
X-shaped junction... yes we are at the crossroad at the moment. Hope we take the right direction so as to have a better future!
ReplyDeleteX on a map took me right back to geography class. Interesting take
ReplyDeleteX marks the spot in more ways than one! X-cellent!
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Xis full of positivity and assurance, I believe. For every X there is a definite solution. All one needs is to find a formula that fits the given situation and apply it abiding by all the rules.
ReplyDeleteI am hopeful that the solution for the X of these days will be in the form of a vaccine that would soon be available! Cheers!!
Great use of X, the unknown can be very scary...
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I like your take on the letter. Well done.
ReplyDeleteSurprisingly deep look at the letter X. I never thought about it being such a flexible symbol.
ReplyDeleteGreat use of the X! Maps and votes are very important.
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Hi Operation Awesome - Indeed they are.
DeleteThat's an interesting take on X
ReplyDeleteHi Sinjana - Thank you. :)
DeleteWe all need to find out that X-factor to keep us sane in these tough times.
ReplyDeleteHi Jhilmil - Yes, absolutely.
DeleteSmart pick for the word X .. yes we are at an X road and its time to pause before we tread on the unknown path..
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