Restoration

The mercury is gradually rising, but the wheels refuse to move. There is a funny screeching sound, which appears to say, I remember you riding me ages ago. But then, I was buried in snow and you did not bother to pull me out. The warmth I felt towards you has frozen. The grudge against … Continue reading Restoration

Ready for Transformation

“What is he blowing into the air?” “Let your perception decide.” “Those could be sperms out to meet their partner to justify their existence? Fireballs of creativity? Weapons of chemical or biological warfare?” “Does it scare you?” “Not really.” “Then you are ready for transformation,” spoke the guru, “The man comes from another world, and … Continue reading Ready for Transformation

Pain

Wildlife photography had taken him into the deepest terrains of forests, and working in this zoo with manicured lawns was a cinch in comparison. For the last time, he checked the list of animals he was supposed to capture on film. This one was the seventh, and Alan was transfixed by its grace of movement. … Continue reading Pain

Life and the Living

The world abounds with expressions responses reactions, and interactions.   If it constitutes the gist of life why should I not contribute my essence to it?   If it creates a river to connect to cleanse, why should I not flow with it?   Life re-imagines death creating new dimensions, why should I not live … Continue reading Life and the Living

Fluidity

I change shape each time I bounce around and spring back testing elasticity yet I carry those small dents those unseen wounds which change life forever   Exchange of energy is inescapable as I encounter life with alien spirits and soul-mates only fluidity is real   Quadrille #48

(Im)penetrability

Mountains inspire awe with their seeming impenetrability and strength. I watch a boulder roll down, or the snow melt and think if they are really insurmountable. Matter is supposed to be a dense form of energy. What happens when the energy flows, and influences things outside? Chiselling allows access to the sculptor to give it … Continue reading (Im)penetrability

Genuineness

I have to deep-dive inside myself to create drama, magnifying certain elements and suppressing the contradictions. As I get into the zone, words and pictures tumble out effortlessly. I do not know the exact mix – how much of it is inspired by the audience? am I being myself or living out an act? lost … Continue reading Genuineness

Driving out of Wonderland

Maureen was reading out stories to her daughter, Alice, on the long drive in the countryside. Suddenly, Alice perked up, “Look, Mom! The elf I met yesterday works in that factory.” “What?” “Yes. He manufactures rainbows and shoots them to the sky, so that kids like me can enjoy the sight.” “Writers and artists do … Continue reading Driving out of Wonderland

How do you love?

“All ardent lovers love in the same way…..”, rambled the storyteller. The tree interrupted, “No. As I spread out to meet the sky, others join me in the quest, and a miracle happens. The sky comes down to meet us. A moth kills itself to meet its flame. I just become stronger.” (274 characters) Twittering … Continue reading How do you love?