They say that

music heals the soul. It is also true that too much of it numbs the soul (and ear drums if i may add).

I am plugged in to my ipod when i walk from home to the mrt station, and then throughout the rest of the journey. I remain plugged when I am waiting for friends or shopping around alone. I am still plugged when i am on the return trip, on the train ride and the walk home. And now, i have reached the epitome of it all. I am plugged even at work.

At the end of the day, I come back with very sore ears and a throbbing headache. Like all else in life, we need balance.

So, when my ipod played out on me, i began my day in an unusually quiet morning. Nothing but just my thoughts in my head. Thats nice for a change. And so it begins, my new routine of peaceful mornings and silent walks.