She gingerly took the first step. She could. It was her first step to freedom. The ‘Keep Out’ signs were all embedded in her psyche. She was cured of the phobia that had marred her life till date. She had decided to keep out the fears, that held her back, and LIVE. (52 words) … Continue reading Writespiration
The teller recorded the number of counterfeit banknotes received, before calling it a day. She picked up her handbag to leave, and glanced at the cabin where Martin was busy with the new HR executive. She barely managed to keep a straight face, and conceal the emotions welling up within her. An error of … Continue reading in other words, counterfeit
Decades ago, Ayn Rand wrote about a separating couple in her work of fiction,“We, the Living”, who were being sent to Siberia, by the ruling monsters. The girl says, “Maybe we could look at the same moon every day and feel connected, Sasha.” Their helplessness is unfathomable in the Internet Age. Faustina considers herself to … Continue reading Romanticism
It looks like I have missed the last train. The station is empty, except for a few people on the escalator. Did they get off the last train? Or did they miss it? Should I feel safe or unsafe with their presence? Can I seek their help to find alternate transport at this hour? Google … Continue reading Intertwined Destinies
“Who is that clown in red?” “That is a demeaning phrase. The correct word for that is … Actor in the Comic Category. He is an award winner.” (139 characters)
“Who are these people, Mom? And what is LOVE?” “They are probably from the past civilizations, when people believed that there is a flow of positive energy called LOVE binding them. And they appear to have benefited from that.” “Was that some kind of radiation?” “Maybe. Ancient texts say that it transformed people.” “Really? I … Continue reading History or Fiction?
“Why would anyone want to send me a gift like this? And the sender’s name is not on the parcel.” “Turn it back.” “I can, but I am …. well, a little scared…” “What are you afraid of?” “I used to be a good marksman, and have killed several deer during my hunting expeditions. My … Continue reading Conscience
I am angry, and justifiably so. You called me the Evil Fox. You killed me, stuffed my skin and put me on display in the museum. You forgot that folklores have a pinch of truth. Mountains being created out of molehills, does not denigrate the existence of the molehill. Have you heard that the soul … Continue reading The Stuff of Legends
It is Friday again, and this week passed quickly for me. I guess last week’s challenge was tough, but thanks to all of you for making an effort and coming on board. I am still learning, and enjoying the process. I had initially planned to keep this challenge on for 5-10 weeks, but I guess … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 6
"How do people change so much, on reaching the top? He has forgotten all old friends and his assurances." "His survival is at stake, as he struggles for breath. At high altitudes, oxygen does not enter vascular systems easily." "What does that mean?" "You are not the oxygen he needs up there." Six Sentence … Continue reading The Oxygen You Need
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