“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?
"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
“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 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
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
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
Harry entered the house with a heavy heart and footsteps. He had scored low in his MBA final exam. His mother did not ask any questions. He knew she was building up a strategy to protect him from his father’s angry outburst. She walked into his room with an envelope in hand. “What’s that, Mom?” … Continue reading Unanticipated Joy
“Thank God for the support springs. Or I wonder how I would have landed on my ass?” Twittering Tale #57
“Why have you got me here?” “Look at those two dragons and take a guess on their attitudes. One looks skywards, and another one stares at the ground.” “I have no interest in recycled steel.” “Look beyond that. They have been here for several years.” “So what?” “People with different perspectives on life can survive … Continue reading Relook
I hate being in front of a camera. It makes me look fat, and reveals the details that I may not want to be in the public eye. But you lead a life in the public eye, unless you are meditating on mountain tops. Hmmm… You may be the best in your chosen genre, but … Continue reading The Key to Success
