I look into your eyes, as my beak is pointed towards the half-eaten biscuit held in your balanced hand. You are the kind soul who has been feeding me for several weeks, and I am suitably grateful for small mercies. But, I am just curious to know – who takes the first bite? (3 Lines … Continue reading Curiosity
The sight of a grey sky always pulled her down. She was not sure, if she was imagining the red streaks on the sky, or if they were real. She looked at the dense fog, and wondered if the sunlight was cutting through the fog, or the fog was overpowering sunlight. The latter appeared to … Continue reading Loss
The monk from the snow-covered Himalayas was sent to the plains, by his guru. The guru wanted him to observe the world, and apply his learnings. “Hey, there! Can I help you?” “I am new to the place, and looking for directions.” The monk held out the piece of paper he was holding. “Cross the … Continue reading Shades of White
“We stand on the edge of history, as we enter a new world.” “You stand the risk of being knocked over. Pedestrians are not allowed here.” (136 characters) Twittering Tale #55
I was worshipped for my power, wealth and intellect. I was successful. But there was a criminal. My conscience – which derided me on the values I chose. It pulled me in another direction. #Micro-Mondays
I was shocked. The cabbie wore a cap with horns on it, and the name tag said ‘SATAN’ – loud and clear. Surprisingly, he was the politest driver I had ever come across. We visited the dens of criminals, politicians and power-brokers of all kinds. There were smug smiles of satisfaction on all the faces … Continue reading Strategic moves
“Capitalism has been broken, top UK business leaders warn”, scream media headlines. Artificial intelligence and technology are being blamed, the short-term thinking of profit-oriented corporations are being blamed. My son reads aloud a quote from the Book of Luke, “There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 righteous … Continue reading Capitalism failed?
It was a steep ascent, and she preferred missing the bus, than taking a risk. She had let him go, years ago, as she did not want to share his struggles in life. She had chosen a peaceful, anonymous existence in this remote place. There were no struggles, but there was no excitement either. Today … Continue reading On the other side of existence
Me: My shadow gives me immense pleasure. It is not as sharp as I am. It owes its existence to me. I can stand in different places at different angles, to impact its shape and size, or to make it disappear. Shadow: Do you realize why I am a blur? I reflect … Continue reading Shadowspeak
He was watching ‘Devdas’ for the sixth time. “Can a married woman from an aristocratic background, look so sensuous, crossing the yard to meet her lover?” he sighed. “The magic emanates from the extra yards of fabric we added to the sari, to create the moonlight-in-motion look. Watch the blue one that took four months … Continue reading Glamor
