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I loved the play of light at this spot. It creates illusions of flowing water, the sky and sunshine in that dark forest. A closer inspection revealed a sparkling stream of water flowing through, reflecting the light. I will have lots of pictures to share on social media, after this trip. There is no connectivity … Continue reading Facebook Live

As the world goes

It was an Aha moment, enlightenment of the Buddha or something equivalent to Nirvana, for her. Flowers bloomed in the meadow, butterflies floated and bees stung, all ruled by their nature, just as they did, five years ago. Her presence, followed by a long absence, had not made a difference to anyone. Then, what was … Continue reading As the world goes

The Mystery that ruled her Life

The celebrity interior designer was often asked about the significance of this statue placed at the airport, without any enclosures around it. And he just responded with a silent smile. Namit Tripathi was the son of an Indian father and a German mother. His father was a scientist with a spiritual bent of mind. Namit’s … Continue reading The Mystery that ruled her Life

Zen

Michelle had been trying to befriend Maria in the club, for several weeks. But, Maria had chosen to ignore her, for reasons best known to her. One evening, they found themselves seated on adjoining bar stools. “It is always a pleasure to see you. You radiate so much peace”. “Yes, because I am content with … Continue reading Zen

I am not terrorized

“Enter at your own risk”. A gruff voice resounded through the empty building. “And what is the risk?” The six-year old was not to be easily discouraged. “I made that mistake aeons ago. I have grown horns and a ring was passed through my cheeks. I was appointed janitor in this world of terror”. “Wow! … Continue reading I am not terrorized

Do I have a choice?

"How can we do this? This is equivalent to committing a fraud on the customers", the banker sounded desperate. "Mr. Singh, we had protected you in the Kachwala case, when the customer filed a suit against the bank". "That was an unintentional error on my part, not a premeditated crime". "The bank had borne the litigation … Continue reading Do I have a choice?

Toying Emotions

Her heart sank on seeing the charred, blackened toys. It appeared that catastrophe had struck in her absence. She rushed inside to see if her baby was safe. She was greeted with his twinkling eyes and soiled hands. Look, Ma! I made those toys from mud and clay. Just like the ones Dad bought me…. … Continue reading Toying Emotions

Meeting Fate On the Way

Are you ready for action? The blue yoga pants and the matching shoe laces in the sneakers indicated that style and fitness consciousness had come together in the personality of this beautiful girl. It did not matter where the same pair of feet had been before. She had trekked in the Himalayas, met a handsome … Continue reading Meeting Fate On the Way