All things culinary

A sigh escapes my lips as I glance at the kitchen sink. There is scattered evidence of my wife’s culinary experiments, and past experience is bad. I wonder what awaits me at the table, after a tiring day. “What’ve you been up to today, honey?” “I’m starting a new business.” “Hope it is not related … Continue reading All things culinary

Have you ever…

have you ever been there where you wanted to be then hated it?   have you ever been caught indulging in a secret rendezvous   wanting to be in the spotlight then caught unaware   have you ever welcomed help out-of-the-blue with gratitude   have you ever felt warmth of light where ignorance dwelt https://katmyrman.com/2019/11/05/twittering-tales-161-5-november-2019/

The Baton

“Long after you are gone, you will be remembered for the patterns you paint on the sky with colors of hope….” “Wow, Linda, you are becoming a poet….” “It is the impact of your company.” Her smile is lovely, and can light up a million hearts. What a cruel joke of destiny that she can … Continue reading The Baton

Those who left

In a city this size, every year, hundreds of husbands walk away. Kids leave home. Wives escape. People disappear.  I wish I could blame the government or natural disasters or climate change. But truth lies elsewhere. What is it that makes relationships so painful? How does hope wither away? Why do they think leaving home … Continue reading Those who left

Catching up

It took two nights after work, to put together the Halloween costume. Lily liked it, and is off to her round of Tricks or Treats. I lay the table with some special treats, and put my feet up in front of the television set. There is a horror show on, keeping with the weekly theme. … Continue reading Catching up

Homes

"I never knew setting up an old age home in India, can be so lucrative. This is the land of joint families, where elders are cared for at home." "Well, there are not many families around - just couples spending their golden years alone." "Cultural changes are sweeping the world," a sigh escaped her lips … Continue reading Homes

Unexpected

"Wow! What a beautiful backdrop!" "It is a labor of love. I can't wait to see you crooning to a full auditorium." Three hours later, the audience was shocked to see the dark shadows traversing the stage. Somehow, it spelt terror. https://only100words.xyz/2019/10/31/three-line-tales-week-196/

In unison

“Once upon a time, these containers used to be full of yummy eats…” Aman flashed a sly smile at his wife, as he started narrating a story to the kids. “And then….” “Mom started going to work,”  chorused the kids in unison. A stern face emerged at the other end of the table. “Tomorrow onwards, … Continue reading In unison

Flash

I strike gold. The color of the dragon has changed. “Mom, it’s the flashlight from outside, which makes the painting look different.” The little one contributes his two cents. “A blue dragon denotes laziness. A golden one is wise and forgiving.” “Well, then … whom will you forgive?” I like the twinkle in his ten-year … Continue reading Flash

Make space

“I like the idea of constructing something on a grave. It shows the world does not end – someone else will replace you.” “Hmmm… thoughts of recently retired people….   Letz place flowers n leave…” Dad died a day b4 my son was born. The tombstone carries a picture of his grandson. https://katmyrman.com/2019/10/29/twittering-tales-160-29-october-2019/