“I have a frozen bum,” Little Tim’s expression appeared frozen too. But we couldn’t stop smiling. We had just moved in here from tropical climes. “What made you sit on that?” “I thought it is soft, fluffy cotton. I needed it to decorate the Christmas tree.” “Aren’t you excited we have a real Christmas tree, … Continue reading Frozen thoughts
I cannot believe my eyes. The priest is dressed like a jester in tights with a multicolour diamond pattern on it. The secretary I kicked out yesterday is a Queen in a velvet robe, seated on a throne studded with gemstones. I recognize my toddler from his face. But he is now grown up, and … Continue reading House of Empathy
She had once fancied a life on wheels. The hotel rooms felt blissful after a long day, where she could pass out in a jiffy and dream of future adventures. The soup and fish does not taste as good now. It has been a long time, since she had a wholesome, homemade meal. Her dreams … Continue reading Adventure
She thinks they are in love. Deep inside, she knows it will last till the next manic phase. He has inherited bipolar disorder, and she is tired of living on the fringes of sanity. (34 words) Weekend Writing Prompt #81
It is an excellent workshop. We choose fabric scraps we like from the heap, and fashion it into outfit ideas. Then, we move to the circular rack with hanging garments, and make our choices a second time. Some of us make different choices the second time. The facilitator helps us interpret our choices to show … Continue reading Interactive themes
Those face s hanging from the cliff will not let me rest in peace – even in my grave. I can hear silent, mocking laughter every moment. I’m sure this must be Hell. If there is a God, He is mighty upset with me. These people are presumably punished for their crimes. One by one … Continue reading Intent
I was beaten up, but I did not lodge a police complaint. I confess to having hit back a couple of times, though. You should take necessary action, and I will not stop you from doing it. But why didn’t you ever do it, Mom? In an unfortunate moment, I’d agreed to be his wife. … Continue reading I liberate you
My ambition of setting up an artificial ice rink is fulfilled after 30 years today. Congratulations, Dad! But this picture looks a bit jaded on the wall. LED screens with moving images will look better. Try and recognize your Mom in the picture. This is where we first met in Ladakh- on real snow. … Continue reading Real
Today’s prompt: Why do you think we feel so bad when we lose someone? Can you truly “lose” someone? I don’t think we are disconnected. It is just that the nature of connection has changed. We do not vibrate to the same frequency of thought any more. Repulsion happens only in the same field. I have … Continue reading Connected, yet?
He was a new entrant to the police force, enthusiastic about cleaning up the township of crime, and restoring law and order. “I’m surprised to see life sprouting in the underbelly of civilization. Condemn them, shoo them away, bury them out of sight, and yet they spring back. Some resilience…..” “The underbelly is not a … Continue reading Neanderthals
