Pessimism? No. Destiny overtakes and writes the tombstone. Inspired by Sammi Cox at Weekend Writing Prompt -4
Pessimism
The Diversity Challenge
Diversity is a greater need than she had ever thought about. Ageism is rampant in the corporate world. The HR Head had junked several resumes without seeing them, as they did not qualify on the age criteria. She had never spared a thought to the amount of talent and valuable experience being junked. The target … Continue reading The Diversity Challenge
Depression
Dangerous, wrong concepts blow the world out of their stupor, and witness hope billowing up in smoke Still-born humanity bans the positive reinforces negative mental ills Nonet inspired by Secretkeeper at Weekly Writing Prompt #91
No Weaknesses, Only Unmet Expectations
“What exactly does team work mean? Am I abnormal, if I prefer working alone?” asked a management trainee. “Certainly not. People in a chain have independent tasks cut out for them. It is just that your deliverables need to be in tune with the needs of other stakeholders, so that you do not become a … Continue reading No Weaknesses, Only Unmet Expectations
Obnoxious
“There is an obnoxious creature on the streets. Let your kids stay inside in safety.” “It was standing outside my gate. My father has been sick for the last few weeks. Are the Messengers of Death visiting?” “Call the Space Research Cell. Maybe we can spot a flying saucer or UFO around.” “Two beggars found … Continue reading Obnoxious
Fragrance
It travels long miles before the traveller does It is formless, shapeless Imperceptible, soundless yet so concrete for a sharp sense to catch It lives in memory brings back old times stimulates taste builds up appetite and one waits to see a familiar face. Quadrille inspired by Linda G Hill at Stream of … Continue reading Fragrance
Wish I hadn’t seen it
Yes. It always hurts me But I can’t give it up to live. I catch the unsaid words, the fleeting shadows on faces that I trusted once Subtle nuances unspoken threats unethical acts all continue to haunt me But I can’t give it up to live. Revenue manipulations false allegations framing honesty with … Continue reading Wish I hadn’t seen it
Conspiracy
Conspiratorial silence hangs heavy in the air as sounds of guilt reverberate through every mind stopping their next thought or next step awaiting instructions from the Master who has sounded them off of repercussions if they dared to listen to sounds of their conscience. Inspired by dverse
A Writer’s Life
Messengers from Heaven
I woke up with light streaming in on my face, from the gaps in the ceiling. The storm had blown away the red earthen tiles on the roof. The wind lowered down the swaying branches to meet me, and I picked up a few leaves that had dropped inside. I felt a few droplets of … Continue reading Messengers from Heaven
