“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
I see a frail hand stretched out asking for help, and I am unable to move. This nightmare haunts repeatedly, but I am not consumed by guilt. At one point of time, the hand was mine, but nobody helped. Three Line Tales #Week 87
“Here, I got it! The product design and manufacturing instructions for this model …. Get going, guys. Production needs to start.” “I managed to get some pieces through a buyback from the market. They do not work. The network cables and modems that we use now are different.” “So, what is the solution?” “Launch a … Continue reading Design Codes
I put the book back on the shelf, as all the chapters had lost relevance. I am stuck, as I do not know the next book to be picked up. I am living out this book called Life, have reached autumn, and only winter can follow. Is it possible to jump over winter, and reach … Continue reading Restructuring
The artefacts in the hall appeared to speak. He felt a vague sense of familiarity, as if he had touched the objects before. Then, his face stared down at him from the portrait above. The town was flooded, and he was held up for the night here. It was probably a museum. (52 words) … Continue reading Catching up
He was on the last leg of his journey to the airport. The plane would take off in another four hours. He held the family jewels closely to his bosom, and dreamt insolently of life in the land of opportunities. The driver muttered under his breath as he swiftly moved to the left, wondering why … Continue reading Unexpected
