"Howard Roark built each doorway and ceiling to suit the frame of Dominique Francon, when he built Gail Wynand's house." She was holding a copy of "Fountainhead" in her hands. "This is only a simulation, my love. The design is yet to be perfected." "I understand. I also need a wardrobe built to suit my … Continue reading Framed
Contrast ..,.. by Punam
Finally! free from the drudgery
of cleaning, sweeping, swabbing,
doing utensils in four households
her heart exhilarated!
but loss of monetary independence
now dependence on dwindling doles
perturbations pained her mind!
The thing that bothered her most
a housemaid for the menial chores
lockdown gave her the chance
to break this last shackle of injustice!
but mired in all the chores from morn till night
she wonders
where her “own” independence has disappeared!
Freedom of speech …. By Len
“Freeing yourself was one thing, claiming ownership of that freed self was another.”
― Toni Morrison,Beloved
I read a very scary statistic. While two thirds of Seniors, like myself, believe that democracy is the only viable form of government, only one third of millennial’s believe in democracy and are willing to try other forms of government. Have they been studying Hobbes’ Leviathan in university? Do we need a strong ruler, beyond challenge, that makes us behave ourselves, keep us from destroying each other. Do we need our Putin, Erdogan, JinPing.
Here’s another thought. What will be the expectation level of future generations…
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“Why do certain things look so sharp and clear, and others get blurred in pictures?” “It's all a play of light, and good photographers learn how to manipulate it.” “So am I learning …. But how do I decide what to focus on?” Ted is more a philosopher than a photographer, and inclined to move … Continue reading Creative Power
stories I grew with stories I did not write But he was always different…. I envied him at the core yet feared him in daylight mermaids in his fish tank came alive at midnight How I wanted - to be there, but something stopped me from indulging in voyeuristic delights https://dversepoets.com/2020/06/23/poetics-sounding-the-siren/
Self worth by Aishwarya
The value of what one holds to self, self-worth, is truly an underrated virtue.In times when things go astray, when none seem to have belief in us, even a tiny ounce of self-worth comes as a blessing in disguise.
Having self-worth and exuding confidence doesn’t necessarily mean that one is being proud or selfish. It’s a positive belief that reiterates hidden capabilities, confidence, of a person.
When one doesn’t believe in oneself, even the simplest of tasks seems difficult, humungous and unachievable. A feeling of despair and doubt sets in.
Self-worth is an experience, never imprison it, liberate it. A load of good it would be for self as well as for others. Radiate self-worth, spread positivity.It’s unto each and every one of us to bring out our best. No one has a higher vested interest in yourself than you.
Captive, without cause,
Scared, a parrot in a cage,
Anonymous…
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delicate fragrancepervades warm air in gardensexperience liferegenerating itselfon well-trodden green pathways https://amanpan.com/2020/06/22/eugis-weekly-prompt-summer-june-22-2020/
temptations to step ahead and just crush them under boots abound who has the back of autumn leaves discarded by trees alienated from natural habitat migrants travel in hordes risking life and health to reach home the leaves had once provided shade these hands built infrastructure you live and breathe in if you feel the … Continue reading Alienation
Videographers are all over the office, asking people to smile and flash V signs. Some smiles are pretty strained, as they look up from the desk, interrupting a time-bound assignment. New projects bring people, and old faces might not be there to cheer in the next round. The team moves to the CEOs secretary, and … Continue reading Magnifiers
Indira’s take on Exploration challenge #84
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #84
Well… we have crossed the pleasant ambiance of spring and walked into a sultry summer in this part of the world. So guys, warm up to new ideas in Week 84. I see this space as one for collective evolution.
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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #84
