The Crazy Dreamer

    By Milan Tamang

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    20 Apr, 2024

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    Ravi, a small town boy, was known for his eccentricity. He dreamed of becoming a famous scientist, a dream that seemed unattainable to many in his small town.

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    Ravi's father, Mr. Sharma, was a man of practicality. He wanted Ravi to follow a conventional path, but Ravi was not one to be tamed by societal norms.

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    Ravi would spend countless hours in his makeshift laboratory, conducting experiments that would often result in a mess, a mess that mirrored his relentless pursuit of his goal.

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    Mr. Sharma often reprimanded Ravi for his 'madness', but Ravi would just smile and say, 'History isn't made by the sane, Dad.'

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    Ravi decided to present his latest experiment at the town's science fair. It was a risky move, as his experiment was deemed 'mad' by many.

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    Mr. Sharma tried to dissuade Ravi from presenting his experiment, fearing it would result in humiliation. But Ravi was undeterred.

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    As Ravi started explaining his experiment, the crowd fell silent. His passion and conviction were palpable, making people forget about his 'madness'.

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    Mr. Sharma watched his son in awe. He realized that his son's 'madness' was not a flaw, but a strength that set him apart.

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    Ravi's experiment was deemed groundbreaking, earning him recognition beyond his small town. His 'madness' had paved the way for his success.

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    Mr. Sharma was filled with pride for his son. He realized that sometimes you have to go crazy to achieve your goals, because history is not made by the sane.

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    Years later, Ravi stood in front of his own research institute. His dream had turned into reality, all because of his 'madness'.

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    Ravi looked at the institute, a symbol of his journey from a small town boy to a renowned scientist. He knew that he was a crazy dreamer, and he wouldn't have it any other way.