I fervently pray for time to stop, but know that it will not. The part of me I leave behind will be forgotten by those I care about today. It will claim its space in the subconscious – netherlands of existence – that is where it is destined to remain. I was naïve to see … Continue reading Parting shots
I have been perched here on the roof for long, but I’m not immortal. I see life unfold around me every day, as people go about their business – in an anaesthetized, unthinking and inconsiderate manner. The urgency of their goals injects fear in me. I have this recurring dream – the world will perish … Continue reading Anaesthetized
“People learn more from depravity than greatness.” Ironically, the line comes from a prime accused in a #MeTooIndia case. He gives many stories from the book “The Twelve Caesars” by Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus. The only line that resonates with me today, is that Caesar’s wife needs to be above board, but not Caesar himself. When … Continue reading We learn more from … what?
“A historian remained locked in this museum for decades, and dished out tales for the world to savour.” “Is he alive?” “Maybe, in a way …”, the guide stuttered. “What does that mean?” “The museum has been shifted to a smaller, lesser known place. This is now inhabited by a social media content producing company. … Continue reading Spirit of the matter
A large crowd is inexorably drawn to the local beach, as stories circulate about a human being buried in sand. Some say it is a yogi performing some meditation feat or gimmick. Some people speak about an act of vendetta, and lack of action from the police. There are many others who decide to stay … Continue reading Fake News
It is a nice pair of shoes. I saw a similar pair on Amazon, and will order the same for you. Who told you, that I want those shoes? You have been staring at that pair for the past half an hour. It Is getting dark, and I think we should head homewards. The owner … Continue reading Teenage Tales
I’m on a visit to my village after two decades. My school still looks the same. Grey walls, wooden staircase, old-fashioned desks …. It needs repair in some places, before they move to renovation. Lack of funds has been an issue for long. A small donation from me is appreciated, but is clearly insufficient to … Continue reading Wickless Lamp
I was bad for so long independent strong-headed wilful I was bad for so long My mother and boss never approved of me I was bad for so long I asked for what was rightfully mine which was refused in some cases but at times, I got it coz I asked I was bad for … Continue reading I was bad for so long
The villagers are illiterate, and I often use shells to explain their liabilities. It is the business of a moneylender to maintain accounts. I’m the richest person in the village, and would like to maintain status quo. I have seen lifecycles of local residents from birth to debt to death, from prosperity to poverty, from … Continue reading Farther than the truth
The corner looked exactly the same, as it did for more than a decade. I often pointed out that the only thing missing is a laptop. But Anna-Marie preferred a notebook and pen to note down her creative ideas and household task reminders. The phone kept her connected to the ecosystem. “Everything is in control.” … Continue reading Waiting for her
