“Why don't you see a dermatologist? That looks like a fungal growth.” “It will disappear. I'm writing a lot these days.” “How is it related to writing?” “These are stories that could not escape my lips. I'm fictionalizing characters, and banging them on the keyboard ...” “How about seeing a shrink, or the priest in … Continue reading Stories
Yes, it makes a difference.They are a part of me. The umbilical cord is long gone, but our hearts beat in unison. I know what excites them, and what I would like them to be excited about. I cannot feel a mother’s heart that jumps out on seeing her children. A father’s wisdom knows that … Continue reading It’s a complete world
Feeling exhausted is not worth it, when a world of opportunities awaits out there. Maybe, it is time to shed old skin and don new apparel. Maybe, it is time to refill the tank. Maybe, it is time to find new inspiration. The immediate world around has shown its true colors, and changed those again … Continue reading Exhaustion
“All set for the mission?” “Aye, aye Sir..” “OMG! Your language will expose us. We need to run another program on you.” Three days later, “All set, guys?” No response. “Are you not prepared, or are you afraid?” Two of them moved a few steps ahead, turned around and pulled their guns at the commander. … Continue reading Secret Mission
“I’ve never seen a boat in these waters, not even a fishing trawler.” “Why should you be looking for it?” “I wonder what kind of world exists on the other side….” Nyomo’s tone was wistful. “That is exactly what they don’t want you to see. Or you will not want to work for two meals … Continue reading On the other side….
“Gender roles are assigned based on biology. A man cannot give birth.” “Sure! But he can raise a child.” “Why did the caveman not do it? There must have been a reason.” “They had no feeding bottles and breast pumps. We live in a different age.” “Is that your condition for marriage?” “Marriage is a … Continue reading It’s a choice
Tanya sparked off a movement which assumed epic proportions across the world. She has come back to the country which humiliated her, to stand by her long-suffering sisters and give them a voice. “Quote your price for leaving the country again, never to return,” this is a message from one of the culprits she worked … Continue reading Immoral
Sonya looked at the mansion across the street, and sighed. Destiny had brought them so near and yet so far. She desperately wanted to dial his number, but her ego came in the way. He had not bothered to check about her for the last few years. Both had been doing exceedingly well in their … Continue reading So near, yet so far
He asked for help. His father was a renowned doctor, so a drugstore was set up for him. He could not garner any new customers other than his father’s patients. The money was not enough to raise his children, so his father supported them as long as he lived. His real face was exposed after … Continue reading Who says?
“It is 11 am. Why aren’t the mannequins dressed?” The floor manager’s voice booms across Level 2. “The guy who does it has taken a day off.” A rather lackadaisical voice replies. I know I work with the lousiest and laziest team in the world. Bob is an ineffective manager. “So what will this display … Continue reading Selling cheap
