My efficient and disciplinarian mother often insulted my grandparents. “I tell you, Jim, these two have lost their marbles. What on the earth was Pop doing under the bed?” The language perturbed me, and it was harsher than the manners I expected from her. I often came home late from the playground, and hid my … Continue reading Losing marbles
Magic concocted in potloads Loved, appreciated and consumed The fine print below: Glory has a limited lifespan, and the magician is not responsible for consequences thereafter. Three Line Tales by Sonya at Only100words
“I did not expect to see you in this state. You are the son of a famous businessman.” “I desperately need money, or work to earn money. My father has disowned me.” “May I know what do you propose to do with the money?” “Buy stuff that launches me into another space.” (52 words) … Continue reading Launchpads
A glance at the table told him what had happened in the night. The butler had been around for two years now. The lady and master of the house fought frequently, and both would leave the table in a huff. He cleaned the table, fixed a hangover drink, and proceeded to ask if they needed … Continue reading The Finale
Anne Madagascar, the award-winning firefighter was being interviewed on a television Show, “Was the fire at Peace Tower your last assignment?” “Yes. I suffered second degree burns. I failed.” “Would you elaborate on that?” “I had reached a window and was about to jump in. Then, I saw that despicable face – the man who … Continue reading Ruins of existence
Mary: I texted him six times, and received only one reply. Therapist: It makes sense. It is time for you to taper down the communication. Mary: Why? Therapist: Quitting cold turkey in relationships … Continue reading Addicted lives
It is the darkest night of the month, and my golden light shines brighter than the stars. I will see her tonight, in all her resplendent glory. The Moon fears competition, from her beauty and ............ CUT … learn your lines again. You missed ‘devotion in a lover’s heart’. (275 characters)
“My grandpa told me a story when I was a kid. The princess sends a tray with two cupcakes and two coins to her clandestine lover. One of the cakes is crumbled, and the two coins are placed on that. She was asking him to meet her in the broken temple, besides the new one.” … Continue reading Love across centuries
“I quit the job today.” “What made you stay there for so long?” “Well … I got carried away with some false assurances.” “Hmmm… the usual story….. did you speak to them about it?” “It made no sense. The dividing lines between the lobbies are deeply entrenched. I stood no chance.” “Why did you fail … Continue reading Dividers or Windows?
"You know small spaces he’s terrified of. Don’t you? Take him there." thundered the narcissist psychopath mother, “that is what he deserves of disobeying.” His father led him out of the door gently by the hand. “Son, I think both of us should be happier in a smaller space to ourselves. It is impossible to … Continue reading Liberation
