I think of the nights we spent together, clinging to each other. Your dried tears on my fur are still unwashed. We were a tremendous source of strength to each other. I found a purpose to my existence, other than looking pretty on a shelf. You sought comfort in my softness and muteness, to wash … Continue reading Use and Throw
“The birds know, the pumpkins in the field know…” “What?” “The secrets hiding behind the bushes ….” “And how do we know that?” “Simple, Mama … walk over to the other side of the tree.” My little one can sure apply common sense to fairy tales. Reading out a story is not fun anymore. (277 … Continue reading Common sense
It is a shocking sight for us. A ten year old brutally slits the throat of a grown man. There is a strong logic behind it. Brutality will by and large, become a part of life for him. The terrorist trainers know that. That is why they catch them young. BrewNSpew Cafe
“The guy will come to clean the tank today. It is my chance to play dead and escape.” “Don’t be silly, girl!” The coral reef spoke for the first time. “You will not survive outside water.” “Aaahhh! That’s the power of bonding…. The guy understands our language. He will carry an open bowl of water … Continue reading Escape
The green cushions are gone, so are the stuffed animals. I had taken away the lights adorning tree branches. Mother didn’t know I would grow up to be an animal rights activist. She enjoyed the hunting trips with her husband, and the subsequent exotic meat parties so much. Both left for their heavenly abode, within … Continue reading End of an era
Welcome to Week 59! I have money on my mind. Putting odds and bits and people together to launch a startup called MoneyGoalz is occupying all mental space. There are times I think about taking a break from blogging, and then, think again that I need it as a diversion, to keep my sanity intact. … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 59
“My art has been praised in many circles, but it has not fetched me money,” I sensed a tinge of sadness in his voice, as he continued to stroke the canvas with his brush. It was beautiful to holiday at the same place where we’d first met, but Harry was now an embittered man. Yet, … Continue reading Needs
Here, I am face to face with one of the evolved souls in the world, looking at me in anticipation…. I wonder if it is a sin to spell God the other way round, or should I just see it as the same stuff being put together in a different way. I know I’m very, … Continue reading The Giver
Sam does not understand the concepts of dressing. The shoes are sexy, but need a matching handbag for a well-coordinated look. And then, that dash of red in the lip color and neckpiece will complete the look. I did not realize how long the very enjoyable ordeal was. I swear I did not hear any … Continue reading Ordeal
“I can’t believe the amount of muck being uncovered in the scandals.” “The beautiful door which covered it has been forced open. You know why?” “Tell me ….” “It is smaller than the hole it was supposed to cover, and the winds blowing outside are gusty. I can say that a storm was brewing for … Continue reading Door blown open
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