“There’s a different feel about the house.” His roving glance met the same furniture setting and décor. He was perhaps missing the fragrance of the white Mexican tuberoses Leila kept in the room on his visits. He had missed the subconscious association with the smell. Relationships do change with time, and Leila was embarking on … Continue reading Blossoming
I have realized over a period of time, that the children are happier with presents, than my presence on their special days. I have devoted my life wholly to them, after their father passed away, but I guess it is time for me to start filling up my holey life. May the Holy Spirit forgive … Continue reading A New Beginning
Welcome to Week 18! I see you all busy with the rituals that we follow at this time of the year. It makes me wonder why do we need these. And the answer that popped up is - We need a renewal of faith, hopes, ambitions and modified action plans to suit current reality. It … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 18
“Women are blessed with a sixth sense called Intuition.” “Did you know that this attribute is found to be on the decline in women?” “If it is true, what could be the reason?” “It is their increasing exposure to the outside world, which kind of dulls the senses. Lifestyle and information overload are to be … Continue reading Intuition
“I look black, because the sun is hiding somewhere. It isn’t my fault.” “It is certainly not your fault. You are not seen in the right colors, because the perception of the viewer has changed.” “So, visibility and identity are two different aspects?” Three Line Tales #Week 99
The darkness scares me, and there is no avenue for escape. I long to get back where I came from, but the exit doors are closed. I do not possess physical strength to break them open. It is my first night in the cemetery. My tombstone reads “RS- October,1974 to December, 2017”. (52 words) … Continue reading Night in the Cemetery
This was the stall that sold the largest number of caps. A munchkin behind the counter was the center of attraction. He donned a different cap every day, and spun a story around it. He would then enact the character that he was playing, and keep onlookers entertained. He had a decent amount to take … Continue reading Renting Joy
Nancy was tiring of her unending sessions with psychologists. One of them had even fallen in love with her. But the problem remained unresolved. This counsellor was rather crude, and did not inspire confidence. However, it was her last attempt at regaining normalcy. It began with a regular meditation exercise. Then, the voice boomed, “Imagine … Continue reading Manage the Size
I find the invitation card with a picture of five glasses interesting. Christmas is five days away. The traditional red and green are all there. A pair of scissors catches my attention, and it all falls in place. “Ah! It is a celebration of fifty episodes.” “Fifty episodes of what?” “Kelly has been serving freshness … Continue reading Merry Christmas
“These are the two forces that make the world what it is.” “I just see a lamp there,” I say in exasperation. “I see darkness and light in combat, but both retaining their identity. They owe their existence to each other, and hence, do not destroy the other completely.” (267 characters) Twittering Tales #63
