Content

Check the phone after a hectic morning routine.. No breather… Look for news or tidbits that can make headlines. Keep thinking on the move. Start working on your commute. Convert your picks into different forms of content – video, blog, interview or something else. Publish or put it up for approval. What Do You See … Continue reading Content

Dream of Freedom

Rules do not govern the wildflower that grows in the crevices of a sidewalk, which is beautiful and complete. It is not at the mercy of the gardener, who strives for a certain quality and feels deflated if the flowers do not meet his standards. It is never taken to an exhibition to win awards, … Continue reading Dream of Freedom

Last whispers of a setting Sun

Tina stepped backwards as the sky's colours reminded her of the silken blue sari her arch-rival, Nita, had donned at their last meeting in the café. She wondered if they envied each other or were circumstantially placed on opposite sides of the fence. Did their rivalry help others win the battle? “We are the same … Continue reading Last whispers of a setting Sun

Thought-to-Text

Quietening the mind is a mammoth task because words ceaselessly reverberate. Thoughts become whispers. Sounds get louder as one dwells over it. If Google could do a thought-to-text version, we’d observe a lot of repetition. Then, I see Grammarly mercilessly chopping off sentences. Weekend Writing Prompt #377

Undercurrents

“You have changed, Captain Amar”, the Chief spoke with a frown as he issued instructions for the next naval mission. “Why do you think so?” he mumbled incoherently as dread encompassed his spotless white starched uniform. The boy from the slums who played a body double for actors never imagined he would be acting in … Continue reading Undercurrents

Appreciation

He held the “Best Performer of the Year” award, looking forlorn. Twitterverse responded with question marks when the picture was shared. His boss expressed displeasure at the kind of commotion created.  The company expected returns from positive storytelling. He poured himself a drink as his wife set the table for dinner. “Let’s skip the grilled … Continue reading Appreciation

Before you judge

Give me time before you judge. Give me time to build a life worth showcasing, and then let it lose relevance. Time, the Ultimate Thief robs all achievements of their short-lived glory and diminishes the glow of self-esteem. I watch the idol being pulled down, whose neck appeared to bow a little daily with the … Continue reading Before you judge

Can I sell?

I wonder who waters the plants everyday, as I climb the stairs after two decades. I’ve inherited a house where my Grandma lived alone, and have no clue what to do with it. Should I retain it because of associated memories or put it on sale? After all, I may  never return to this township … Continue reading Can I sell?

Nostalgia

“We used to have a life -  chatting face-to-face, watching expressions before responding and displaying etiquette in easy, understandable ways,” Uncle Arthur is going nostalgic again. “I’m younger than you are,  Arthur,” interjected  Aunt Esther, “ and I remember the sounds when  you disconnected the  phone in anger or disgust and even the wooden pen … Continue reading Nostalgia

Trendsetters

“Those  who don’t know the rules of the road impose a rule on rule-makers – of making their rules known in a language others understand.” “They also need to know the consequences of non-compliance. But they appear to know all the possibilities of getting away.” “Yes. They can fly, whereas we can’t.” “Especially if their … Continue reading Trendsetters