Magic happens when ….

This is a magical shard, I’m told, and I believe it when it speaks, “I need to join my counterparts again to be truly effective. The energy will flow only after we connect, and create a channel for the supernatural. Without it, I’m just a piece of glass.” So, I set around looking for the … Continue reading Magic happens when ….

Quest

The book sale is a long-awaited event for her. She finds long-forgotten stories, buried secrets, treasure troves of wisdom at incredibly low prices. Whoever said there is a price to be paid for wisdom was dreadfully wrong. The stuff that escaped digitization lies here, taking pride in its exclusivity, outside the control of flying fingers … Continue reading Quest

Reena’s Exploration Challenge #71

Welcome to another week of the Exploration Challenge! We move forward with a thought that troubles all of us. So, without any ado, here’s the prompt PROMPT   FOR THE NEW ENTRANTS There is no restriction on the format or the length of the piece. It just has to be your reflection on the prompt … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #71

Shadows

Did I see My shadow there? It does not look like me. disfigured, disconnected, mutilated by objects in between   Mirrors have different ‘effects’ cameras have filters and lenses. How do I recognize my own ‘self’’? devices have so dulled my senses.     I seek a mirror which to mould to my shape realtime, … Continue reading Shadows

Evolution

timid hearts walk on feet of gloom till feline courage inspires – and opens doors to an existence of unconditional supremacy.   human life learns how to overcome and overstep self-imposed thresholds to emerge unscathed in the land of sunshine   What Do You See? by Helene Vaillant at Willowpoetry

Too big for her boots

We grew up together, and shared a lot of chores. I did not mind bearing the brunt of adult wrath, whenever Linda bungled over something. She offered to do my homework, and I was glad to accept…. always good friends. It was all good till she met that guy, Danny,  from the city. Her shadow … Continue reading Too big for her boots

Muse

The face pressed against the glass is an inspiration. I admire it each time I pass through the street. I am moved by the haunting smile and eyes. The artist has done a great job. I would like to do something similar, if the muse is as good as her 🙂 (247 characters)  

Submerged

This is inspired by a Hindi poem, written by Amit Agrawal (hecblogger) here, for Reena's Exploration Challenge #70   perspectives draw me into a convoluted logic I see you in mirrors, not prisms in a lab   your crowning glory clouds my existence but I see you glow in fading sunlight   brilliance of your countenance blinds … Continue reading Submerged