I choose to beat a hasty retreat, before I get entangled in the twists and turns. It is all cool, interesting and attention-grabbing. But your Yes is laced with too many terms and conditions. Three Line Tales, Week 121
Too many
Sharp edges
She loved watching the sun dance on the table, as the rays filtered through the fine micro-angles in the crystal vase. She would change the texture and colors of the table cloth, just to watch the varied effects. The black cloth she used today, seemed to have added allure. However, the furrows on her aging … Continue reading Sharp edges
Sudden flash
“I saw the glove dancing in the air, and hovering over heads of people.” “What people? There is not a soul here at midnight, in this isolated metro station.” “Souls, perhaps yes…. they can see people.” “Who are you?” Photo Challenge #215
Myth of the ogre
“The greys appear disconnected from the greens…. almost like a superimposed picture.” “Excellent clue! The grass is trimmed. There is somebody inside.” “Or outside, wanting to get in…” “The myth of the ogre will live on…..” Petrified, I saw my new friend change form and lunge at me… (279 characters) Twittering Tales #85
Dear Humanity,
Dear Humanity, Unfortunately, I find that what sparks the light in me does that only to me. There are very few or no takers for the same. I came across this quote a few days ago, shared it on LinkedIn, and the response was zilch. “The moral flabbiness born of the exclusive worship of the … Continue reading Dear Humanity,
At the break of dawn…
“I have walked through it several times, at different hours of the day and night, but with very little success in my mission”, wrote a police officer on social media with this picture. The tunnel is known to be a criminal haunt, but the miscreants are never caught. Folklore has stories of secret entry and … Continue reading At the break of dawn…
Suffering a seminar
“Now, all of you will do this with me….” gesticulated the public speaker as he made circles in the air with his fingers, and then, punched the air. Similar requests were made at least twenty times during a two hour presentation. “Are you kidding?” silent thought were echoing through the room. “Now, turn back and … Continue reading Suffering a seminar
A day in the life of a bank manager
My boss: How good is your best salesperson if he cannot add value to the book at the end of the financial year? Think about replacing him. A loan applicant: My property offered as collateral is being undervalued. The adjoining plot has been sold at double the rate. Me: The adjoining plot has been purchased … Continue reading A day in the life of a bank manager
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 37
Welcome again, to another round ofmental calisthenics! What is it that generates a sense of familiarity or unfamiliarity? Why do some people take a challenge head on, and others feel safe in their comfort zones? Why do we increase complexity in life with our self-imposed mental blocks? If you wonder what am I rambling about, … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 37
Soulful conversations
“Your soul is the only constant through cycles of life and death,” the last words from the guru’s discourse resonate through my being. How I would like to turn back and ask, “Have you ever felt your soul being spliced through, with the sharp edges of assumptions, mis-judgements and uncalled for jury verdicts? To plant … Continue reading Soulful conversations
Creative Experiments and More 