Blades

“Putting in extra effort is a sign of weakness … like those serrated blades in the fan. Those are not needed to cut through air.” “You never know. The air is thick with conspiracy and there is no temperature control.” “ wonder what all it cuts ….” “Cuts? Icy indifference and combustible temperaments can damage … Continue reading Blades

Evening walks

I read somewhere that walking on the same track every day does nothing for the mind. One needs to change routes, or learn dance routines where one has to remember steps. It helps in preventing dementia. I think about the ideas that originated while walking. Creativity receives a boost, when one does not stress about … Continue reading Evening walks

Reena’s Exploration Challenge – Week 33 4-30-2018

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Reenas Exploration Challenge

We are coming back to the use of metaphor to describe a concept or life, this week. John Elton’s “A Candle in the Wind” has been immortalized for posterity.

There is another interesting poem by William Blake, where he philosophizes on life, on seeing a fly.

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Have you ever been inspired to think of a life, while viewing a mountain, river, animal, bird, insect, plant or any other element of nature? Pen down your thoughts in whatever manner they occur to you. Let it all flow … there need not be a conclusion, as a flow depicts the spirit more than anything else.

The format can be a story/poem/rant/ reflections as usual.


We all know there is a circle to life. The Lion King points this out in great clarity. What we don’t always realize, or think about, is how not only is there a circle to life…

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Where are you?

I met a spiritualist who said that obesity may be a result of bottled up rage. Cortisol collects in the form of gel, which does not disappear with diet or exercise. What is the remedy that you prescribe for accretion on the soul, Mr. Expert? How do I forgive sweet talkers who robbed me of … Continue reading Where are you?