She wondered if John was the same, silly teenager she had fallen in love with. He had won several awards for his research on artificial intelligence. A part of their home was converted into a lab. She was the lucky owner of two robots, to do all the housework. She learnt a bit of programming, … Continue reading Programmed
Cathy’s mind harked back to her college days. It was a conservative township in the 1970’s, when phone calls from boys, were looked at suspiciously, by the parents of nubile girls. It was the era before cellphones and caller ids were invented. Cathy was often engaged by her male classmates, to dial a number, wait … Continue reading Will the phone ring?
“Why do only a few windows have lights?” “The source is external. It is how you to choose to project your thoughts on objects and people.” (137 characters)
“The boat is ready to take us back. The holiday ends.” “Oh! How will I miss the peace and quiet of Nature!” “Really? Will you miss existence at a primitive level?” “Jeff, how can you …… ?” Amanda looked disappointed. “We have conquered nature to some extent, and built our civilizations. We have created comfort … Continue reading Harmony
Sunday Writing Prompt: Fly like a Falcon *note: this week Oloriel is supposed to be your host, but I’m not sure if she will be here, so in case – I’ve offered you this. If she does post as well, you have a choice. Sunday Writing Prompt: July 23: Fly Like an Falcon Today is the … Continue reading Sin
We see the sky, but are unable to touch or feel it. And yet, we dance in gay abandon, faking the exhilaration. Actually, we are claustrophobic, but we dare not break through the enclosure. The fear of uncertainty overpowers us. Who would like a free fall, not knowing where you will land? There is an … Continue reading Remote Connections
Her childhood was spent, torn between loyalty to her Indian grandmother, and an Indo-American mother. Tia dug into both ‘samosa’, and apple pie, with equal love, and kept both the warring women happy. It had been a way of life with her. Her father disapproved of the diet, but remained silent, as he struggled to … Continue reading Tia
I swear by friendship and loyalty, and have the back of those I care about. I made enemies to support you, when you were on the right side. I care about values, as much as I care about you. I will do all that is possible for you, but not as if it was the … Continue reading I exclude
“What would you do, if you could start again with a clean slate?” “Choose my employers carefully, and not jump at the first available option.” “What is an impossible option?” “Turning back in time.” “So, what’s possible here?” “Chalking a strategy for the future.” “What is stopping it from happening ?” “NOTHING!” (52 words) … Continue reading Untying Knots
“These are exquisitely beautiful pieces, but priced too high.” “These are made of sand, not clay.” “That makes it cheaper.” The lady was adamant, “No. The process is infinitely more complex and time-consuming.” ‘Then, why don’t you use clay?” “Sand is amorphous, and carving a durable piece needs an understanding of the art, technique and … Continue reading Carving an identity
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