Yes, this is exactly what I visualized during past life regression. I ambled slowly through this tunnel, taking the time to choose a door. “Step in,” said the voice, “and meet me. You and I are not two separate beings. But we have lived through different stretches of time.” And there I saw this guru … Continue reading Rolling back in Time
The ducks, the birds and the mountain were familiar figures. He wondered where the boat had vanished. The boat was supposed to ferry him back home, where his family waited to have dinner with him. It felt like ages, since he interacted with human beings. His shadow was not joined at his feet, any more. … Continue reading The Capsized Boat
The tracks inspired the villagers to reach their destination. Each had a different dream, and a different plan for the journey. She always wondered if those blue wagon cars had the capacity to hold all those rosy dreams. The only train that passed through that village was called Dadar–Lucknow Express. She preferred to call it … Continue reading The Dream Express
Oh, dear Path, I have traversed you every evening for a walk. You go as far back as memory, and move as far ahead as imagination. You have been a witness to my thoughts, as well as an inspiration. You have kept my feet grounded to reality. The planes, kites and birds that I saw … Continue reading The Path
The village had been deserted a few weeks ago, as terrorist threats loomed large. His head struck a bag hanging from the ceiling. What could it be, in this abandoned place? His military training compelled him to check. It could be a detonatory device that would explode in a few seconds. A heap of undelivered … Continue reading The Mission
It was a private note of exchange between them, amidst the noise of celebrations. Just 7 words scribbled on a paper towel. “See me tomorrow at noon. Samovar Café”. The glance accompanying the note was evocative, and she almost knew what it was about. Hadn’t she waited for his confession? Ten years later, she stood … Continue reading Cafe Samovar
