Age Just a High Score - By Namrata Bose

Written By: Namrata Bose

Category: Write up

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Namrata Bose presents "Age Just a High Score," a thoughtful write-up submitted to the esteemed Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This creative piece invites readers to reconnect with their inner child amidst the complexities of adulthood. Through a lens of playful wonder, Namrata encourages us to celebrate the enduring childlike spirit that defies the march of time.

About the Work

In "Age Just a High Score," Namrata Bose eloquently explores the timeless theme of maintaining a youthful heart despite life's inevitable changes. The piece is imbued with a sense of nostalgia and hope, advocating for a perspective that sees life through the eyes of a child. This work resonates with its readers, encouraging them to find joy in simplicity and embrace the purity of a child's heart.

Age Just a High Score

Original Submission by Namrata Bose

Age? Just a high score!

Life will Go

Faces will Change but the heart will remain the same.

Life Can only snatch Childhood

But not childlike spirit.

See the world through the playful lens,

And bring back the creativeness and childlike innocence

For it is lost in finding solutions to the life's tedious puzzles.

Age is just a layer which times put on our face but our heart is pure like a child which knows how to embrace.

So everybody should be a child at heart for it is a key to unlock the happy and blissful life.

Let's all celebrate the child within Us. Let's connect with our inner child and let it come out and play.

The relentless march of time, an inevitable force, will continue its ceaseless flow, carrying with it moments and memories. Life, in its vibrant and ever-changing tapestry, will undoubtedly go on, unfolding new chapters and presenting fresh perspectives. As the seasons turn and years accumulate, faces will inevitably change, etched with the wisdom of experience and the lines of laughter and sorrow. Yet, amidst this constant flux, the very essence of our being, the core of our spirit, the heart, will strive to remain steadfast, a beacon of our true selves.

Life, with all its complexities and challenges, may indeed snatch away the physical manifestations of childhood – the innocent wonder, the boundless energy, the carefree days spent in imaginative play. It might strip away the youthful appearance and replace it with the outward signs of maturity and responsibility. However, it can never truly extinguish the childlike spirit that resides deep within us. That innate sense of curiosity, that capacity for unbridled joy, that ability to find magic in the mundane – these are qualities that, with conscious effort, can endure throughout our lives, transcending the passage of years.

Therefore, it is imperative that we consciously choose to perceive the world not through jaded, adult eyes, clouded by cynicism or weary practicality, but through a playful lens. Let us endeavor to rediscover that inherent curiosity, that eagerness to explore and learn, that allows us to find delight in simple things. By embracing this perspective, we can actively invite back the waves of creativeness that once flowed so freely in our youth, allowing our imaginations to soar without the constraints of perceived limitations. More importantly, we can reclaim that precious childlike innocence, a state of unburdened wonder and trust that often gets lost in the arduous pursuit of solutions to life's myriad tedious puzzles. The very act of growing up, of navigating the intricate mazes of adulthood, frequently leads us to discard these invaluable attributes, viewing them as impractical or naive in the face of harsh realities.

The concept of age, in its purest form, is merely a superficial layer, a collection of years that time gently, or sometimes not so gently, places upon our faces and bodies. It manifests as wrinkles, gray hairs, and perhaps a slower pace. But beneath this external veneer, our heart, the very core of our emotional and spiritual existence, remains pure, untainted, and as receptive as that of a child. It retains that remarkable capacity to embrace, to love unconditionally, to forgive readily, and to find beauty in the simplest of gestures. This enduring purity of heart is a testament to the unchanging essence within us.

Consequently, it is a profound truth that every individual should strive to cultivate and maintain a childlike heart, irrespective of their chronological age. This inner disposition is not a weakness or an immaturity; rather, it is a powerful key, a magical conduit that can unlock the doors to a truly happy and profoundly blissful life. A childlike heart allows us to approach challenges with optimism, setbacks with resilience, and relationships with openness and trust. It enables us to experience joy more fully, to forgive more easily, and to appreciate the present moment with unadulterated enthusiasm.

Let's all collectively commit to celebrating the indomitable child within us and a renewed connection to the joyful spirit of youth. Let us not merely acknowledge its existence, but actively connect with our inner child, that vibrant, imaginative, and uninhibited part of ourselves. And, most importantly, let us allow it to come out and play, to express itself freely, to revel in the simple pleasures of life, and to remind us of the boundless potential for happiness that resides eternally within our hearts.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse voices in poetry and creative writing. It showcases exceptional talent from around the world, providing participants with an opportunity to share their unique perspectives and creative expressions with a global audience.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Namrata Bose for her insightful contribution, "Age Just a High Score," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her work inspires us to cherish and nurture the child within, reminding us of the joy and wonder that can enrich our lives.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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