Addicted lives

Mary:                         I texted him six times, and received only one reply. Therapist:                It makes sense. It is time for you to taper down the communication. Mary:                        Why? Therapist:                Quitting cold turkey in relationships … Continue reading Addicted lives

I miss what I don’t feel ….

It is the darkest night of the month, and my golden light shines brighter than the stars. I will see her tonight, in all her resplendent glory. The Moon fears competition, from her beauty and ............ CUT … learn your lines again. You missed ‘devotion in a lover’s heart’.     (275 characters)  

Love across centuries

“My grandpa told me a story when I was a kid. The princess sends a tray with two cupcakes and two coins to her clandestine lover. One of the cakes is crumbled, and the two coins are placed on that. She was asking him to meet her in the broken temple, besides the new one.” … Continue reading Love across centuries

Dividers or Windows?

“I quit the job today.” “What made you stay there for so long?” “Well … I got carried away with some false assurances.” “Hmmm… the usual story….. did you speak to them about it?” “It made no sense. The dividing lines between the lobbies are deeply entrenched. I stood no chance.” “Why did you fail … Continue reading Dividers or Windows?

Liberation

"You know small spaces he’s terrified of. Don’t you? Take him there." thundered the narcissist psychopath mother, “that is what he deserves of disobeying.” His father led him out of the door gently by the hand. “Son, I think both of us should be happier in a smaller space to ourselves. It is impossible to … Continue reading Liberation

Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 12

Welcome to Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 12 Last week, we dealt with a situation, how we view it and the impact on our life. This week, we explore a person and how s/he impacts our personality and perspective on life. It could be a pet, since we have strong emotional bonds with these lovely souls. … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 12

Always Right

“The Boss wants teams on the ground to have limited information about actual business figures. Manage publication of MIS reports accordingly.” Maybe I looked unconvinced, as his voice grew cold and ominous, “Don’t you think this is necessary?” “Er …No, I don’t think so, but there is no choice,” I stuttered. “Realign your mindset, as … Continue reading Always Right

The Final Call

The last para of the life prediction was ominous – Death by drowning, a mysterious death. The astrologer had a reputation for never having made a false prediction. She came here every evening to count waves – How many more till they finally claim her?   Three Line Tales #Week 93

Parting

He bid good-bye to her with a heavy heart. God alone knew that he still loved her. They had obtained their divorce decree today. Counselling had not helped. She would be back to her recalcitrant ways within a few days. He could not carry the financial burden beyond a certain limit. “I’ve lost the rights … Continue reading Parting

Partnership

I asked the feet which carried me, “How exhausted are you?” “I carry a lot more than your weight, but nobody has ever asked.” “We take every step together.” “And you protect me from wear and tear.” “We have a thankless job, but together we have conquered mountain peaks and crossed milestones.” (52 words)   … Continue reading Partnership