Migration

The large scale of migration is unexpected, especially the ageing population. Several houses have been sold, and others up for sale, at attractive prices. It is a property dealer’s paradise, and a huge gamble at the same time. My risks are covered though. I insist that the life insurance policies they hold be charged to … Continue reading Migration

I hope

I read the same phrase for the umpteenth time “…once broken can be mended, but the crack is always there.” I’m using all my sewing skills to cover up the tear, but not sure if the frayed fabric of the relationship can be sustained. We’ve suffered the blues for long, and are now in the … Continue reading I hope

Please vote

Hello, I feel very happy to announce that I have been nominated by StoryMirror for Author of the Year Awards - 2018. Now I need your support to win the title.  Please visit this link : https://awards.storymirror.com/english/vote/.   Go to my name -Reena Saxena (Names have been arranged alphabetically) and click on vote button.    You … Continue reading Please vote

Mystique

Celebrations in my life never end. I celebrate the success of a carefully constructed image meeting its purpose. I celebrate the inability of my opponents to compete. Then, I move on to reveal my skin under the mask, and send a few people reeling with shock. Blind idiots! They deserve this for being so naïve. … Continue reading Mystique

Florence’s Revenge

Florence paused at the door, “what the hell did you just say?” and how could you? - when I’m framed in the doorway I love being connected but not immobility it is a selfish act to hold me in captivity you are held hostage in there your Karma has you wrapped it will boomerang on … Continue reading Florence’s Revenge

What is Extrinsic?

I die a thousand deaths, as bits and pieces I value - look irrelevant in the world, make me think what’s extrinsic – the world or me. I see diamonds turn to dust, and gold to mud I look aghast at emptiness of - everything I value - look irrelevant in the world You see … Continue reading What is Extrinsic?

Clued

He looks at the graffiti on the ground carefully.  The nose and lips are slightly deformed with coins thrown on it. It is perhaps an appreciation of the art by pedestrians. He bends down to remove the outer layer of thick coloured chalk used to draw the picture. His companion is amazed to see that … Continue reading Clued

Reena’s Exploration Challenge #66

Welcome again! Well, I thought of using only a picture for this week’s prompt. But then, I came across some lines I couldn’t resist sharing with you. So, here we are with two cues – Choose one or choose both and just fire. Picture Prompt Poem after the sun departs and we are greeted by … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #66