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Originally written in Spanish, translated by OpenAI.
Slow steps to share with friends. An app full of strange happiness, where waiting often turns into absolute excitement or total worry.
There was a time when I really enjoyed instant friendships, but I’ve lost the thrill of those early days when I used the Internet on my cell phone.
Slowly appeared out of nowhere, a suggestion from Google Play during a very lonely time in my life.
At first, the automatic matching led me to people who insisted on empty telegrams, where practicing English was pleasant and safe, but not very entertaining.
Then I met Colibrí, as I called her, a Mexican as thin and small as her words were enormous. I’ve been worried for months because she stopped writing. Her last letter, so full of bad news, left me with a void in my chest; COVID invaded her home, and that’s when she stopped writing. Part of telling this story is in case someone else talked to you. Anis GaGo… what will become of her?
The demands of life made me leave the app for a while. After that, I made good friends and continued practicing the language.
Don’t let the wait discourage you; time differences mean that letters from tens of hours away arrive in just over a day. Get to know new cultures and mindsets and be aware that you can change lives with your words. Bit by bit, you will add little pieces of hearts to yours, and don’t be afraid to give a piece; there will always be more people who make you feel happy and joyful.
A Turk who is a fan of Cuba, a Chinese person with extraordinary photos of their traditions, an American full of sarcastic comments, my favorite Mexican with his long narratives, a Cuban who sent four letters a day… I wish them all the best. Keep in mind that you inspire many people.
Break down barriers little by little, and you will enjoy a stay full of happiness.
Sincerely,
Neera, a girl who is slowly seeking friendship.
