It is not easy to forgive injustice, whatever the soul gurus have to say about it. She often found herself cursing all those who had deprived her of her rightful place in the world. She would imagine they dropped dead, were shedding tears on dead bodies of their loved ones or are humiliated more than … Continue reading Change
She stops midway between sentences, and withdraws from conversations. She is always the first to say that the project or deal is not likely to move ahead.The onus is on her, but her predictions often turn true. In her younger years, she participated in a training program on self-development, and her feedback to the trainer … Continue reading Disadvantage
I am captivated by the glow on her face. She is oblivious to the power of her presence, and it kind of adds to her allure. I’ve often looked with a degree of envy at those ‘higher beings’ floating around in upper echelons of society with effortless elegance. This moment made me feel those figures … Continue reading Unaware
The open sky stretched from sand to horizon and the riders advanced on the oasis. It took them a while to realise that the horizon is a visual deception to keep them going. The destination was actually much closer. Maybe, they just rode past it... https://mindlovemiserysmenagerie.wordpress.com/2020/07/03/first-line-friday-july-3rd-2020/
“Mom, she stole my pencil.” “Both of you are supposed to share stuff, so it isn’t stealing.” Time flies, and the birds are old enough to fly the nest. “Mom, since we will both work in the same city, sharing an apartment will save cost.” “Be prepared to lead separate lives, as your priorities change….. … Continue reading Dots and shapes
He has lost several pounds of extra flab. He steps out in the unlockdown, well-disguised behind the beard, mask and huge frames of sunglasses. People back home have been waiting for his return. “You are under arrest, Jekyll” growls the police inspector. “I’m not Jekyll, there is a mistake in identification,” he mumbles as his … Continue reading Identification
"Howard Roark built each doorway and ceiling to suit the frame of Dominique Francon, when he built Gail Wynand's house." She was holding a copy of "Fountainhead" in her hands. "This is only a simulation, my love. The design is yet to be perfected." "I understand. I also need a wardrobe built to suit my … Continue reading Framed
“Why do certain things look so sharp and clear, and others get blurred in pictures?” “It's all a play of light, and good photographers learn how to manipulate it.” “So am I learning …. But how do I decide what to focus on?” Ted is more a philosopher than a photographer, and inclined to move … Continue reading Creative Power
“This is where I wanted to be. This is what I’ve dreamt of all these years, while perfecting my skills.” The voice was loud, but the winds did not carry it ahead. There appeared to be an invisible block around the castle. Maybe the winds had decided to stay away from happenings in the castle. … Continue reading Eclipsed world
Jaime spent the whole day browsing the antique store and left with just one thing. It was what he had been paid to pick up. The statue had diamonds concealed in it. The police car was waiting outside. The trap was to set up an exorbitant price for the statue. Only the person who knew … Continue reading Antiquity
