Growing Pangs
Bridging the Gap
The desire for more positive experience is itself a negative experience. And, paradoxically, the acceptance of one’s negative experience is itself a positive experience. paradoxes abound as conscious and subconscious take opposite seats in the ring life is not so much a mystery to be resolved complexities are self-inflicted bring it all together close to … Continue reading Bridging the Gap
The Majesty of Cranes
Molly looked crestfallen. “What happens when a leader you worship,displays negative behavior.” “Stop worshipping.” “But… “ Unconditioning was clearly not easy for her. “The majesty of a crane lies in its ability to rise up to the challenge. Stooping down or swooping down on anybody other than aggressors earns him no respect.” “I have been … Continue reading The Majesty of Cranes
Let me be me
don’t
work
for me
equations
with all their weird sines
I yearn sign of your approval
don’t
look
for a
footballer
in me – all I want
is a toy train set to play with
I
can
never
master notes
of music – but I
miss the notes of your lullaby
do
not
burden
me with your
expectations, pa –
I can not be as good as you
In response toReena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 36
Excerpt from “With trolls through the mountains” by Lady Emmeline Graham-Jones.
We had followed the two trolls for several days. It was hard work – resting by day, tracking by night, following them mainly by the noise they made as they pushed through the forest. The native guides were unhappy about the whole thing. They don’t follow trolls, they told us. Trolls can be dangerous and unpredictable.
I have heard this so many times. In fact, there are hardly any reported cases of unprovoked attacks by trolls, either in central Europe or in Scandinavia. They have been known to crush unwary sleepers, but there is no evidence that this behaviour was deliberate.
These trolls were a pair, but they were long past breeding. They moved slowly, and were relatively easy to follow, as they left a swathe of flattened vegetation behind them.
I believe I am one of very few field researchers who can say they witnessed what came next. As…
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Movement
Being rooted is wonderful. It gives a sense of belonging. Being strongly rooted is claustrophobic. It obstructs movement. The weight of my ingrained beliefs and thinking models do not help much. The vegetation around me is immobile too, except that lightness allows them to sway with the wind. I am not sure if they enjoy … Continue reading Movement
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 36
Welcome to Week 36! A prologue of any kind will only reduce the impact of this picture. Here’s the prompt Illustration: Al Margen What does this picture make you think of? The format can be a a story/poem/rant/anecdotes/journalistic coverage of events/ reflections as usual. Pour out, and let it flow …. LAST WEEK’S ROUND-UP Hecblogger … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 36
Miscalculation
Gunshots reverberated through the sounds of twilight, and the colored structures came crashing down on the kids playing there. After a pause filled with dread, people were relieved and surprised to hear the cackling laughter and mirth of kids again. The terrorist had clearly not done his research, as the structures were made of papier … Continue reading Miscalculation
Dissent
The teacher followed an unusual methodology. He would make a statement, or give a postulate and ask the students to contradict it. He appeared to enjoy the interactions more than the viewers or students. “May I know where did you learn this methodology, Henry?” “All in corporate boardrooms,” he smiled, “I have lived in echo … Continue reading Dissent
Experience
I knock down people in pursuit of truth stumble with the reverse push get up and walk again reinventing to survive is necessity not an achievement When will I stop learning so that I can teach others? Tuesday Poetics
