"Echoes of Today" is a deeply introspective coming-of-age story about self-doubt, purpose, and the fragile art of holding on when life feels unbearably heavy. At twenty-three, Eloisa feels trapped in a life that seems to move without her. Surrounded by people chasing success and certainty, she drowns quietly in her own thoughts-caught between who she is and who she's supposed to become. Every day feels like a balancing act between hope and exhaustion, between the desire to live fully and the fear of falling apart. Through sleepless nights, fleeting connections, and quiet moments of self-reflection, Eloisa begins to confront the inner voices that tell her she's not enough. Along the way, she meets others who are also lost in their own storms-proof that she isn't as alone as she believes. Together, they navigate the messy, beautiful process of rediscovering purpose in a world that demands perfection. Tender, honest, and achingly real, "Echoes of Today" explores the silent battles of a generation that feels everything too deeply and hides it too well. It's a story about learning to breathe again, to forgive yourself for not having all the answers, and to find meaning not in certainty-but in the courage to keep going. _____________________ Date Started: November 13, 2025

Gabby's main motivation and goal in life is to protect and take care of her younger sister, Annie. Growing up as an only child, Gabby always yearned for a sibling and when Annie was born, she made it her mission to be the best big sister she could be despite knowing she's imperfect. With the arrival of Annie, Gabby's life completely changed. She went from being an only child to a big sister, responsible for someone else's well-being. Having no experience being a sister, Gabby struggled to learn to be responsible, patient, and selfless. Putting her own needs and wants aside just to make sure that Annie was happy and well taken care of. From carrying Annie in her arms as a newborn, to helping her take her first steps and teaching her how to read, Gabby's love for her sister only grew stronger with each passing day. She never once regretted having a younger sister and was grateful to God for finally blessing her family with the gift of sibling love. Gabby's only goal in life was to make sure that Annie was happy and healthy, and she was more than willing to do anything to achieve that goal. But life and tomorrows is always uncertain. Until what extent will Gabby's love to her sister go? How will she deal with all the battles just to protect and keep her sister save?

"Life is a constant battlefield, but our determination and resilience are the weapons that will lead us to victory." -- Maigret Soraya Salvatroz