Karma Bites

He was sentenced to two years’ imprisonment on charges of theft. On his way out from the courtroom, he stopped near his mother in the viewers’ seats, and spat on her face. Onlookers were stunned. “I wish you had punished me the first time I stole an extra bun from the baker’s shop. But you … Continue reading Karma Bites

Writing stories

The high-priced biscuits are arranged in a pattern on the lawn. “What are you doing, Jamie? Food gets contaminated.” “I’m writing a pictorial story, Mom, not eating characters.” But Puppy did not seem to care about stories. He took a mouthful, while Jamie spoke to me. Jamie’s scream is heart-rending, as he slaps the guilty-looking … Continue reading Writing stories

Concepts not clear

“He spent his life for the good of the community, but couldn’t find time for his family …. no wonder the family has grudges, while the world eulogises him.”  Harriet was reflecting after attending the funeral service of the doctor. “No intention of taking away from his goodness, but he failed to separate ego from … Continue reading Concepts not clear

Freedom

“I see bare branches dancing in the light, shorn of leaves. You missed the beauty of natural surroundings.” Sandeve was actually missing his wife. “You know what, Sandeve! I danced alone yesterday. It feels so light to be alone, and free of expectations. I can lead my own life for some time.” “I don’t blame … Continue reading Freedom

Understanding

“Oh, he’s cute…” “Just that?” “Or what?” “I’m lucky enough to live with the most evolved souls in the universe. They also give me a filter to assess other beings.” “That sounds interesting! How?” “The research and its results will be more than interesting to you. I can only live with a person who understands … Continue reading Understanding

Shape of orbits

“You have no choice. Deliver on this parameter, or find another job.”  Why are you surprised when the attrition rate increases? The orbits you build around you are sharply angular, not smoothly elliptical. When you say there is no choice, you actually give them a choice to continue or quit. https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2021/03/20/weekend-writing-prompt-201-orbit/

Not needed now

This is a topic I can’t have fun with. The women in my father’s family (his mother, sister and nieces) were beautiful. They looked like marble statues with their alabaster skin and chiselled features.  My grandmother would often say with great sarcasm to me, “You look like your mother….have not taken after this family.” It … Continue reading Not needed now

Strategic campaigns

“The electoral campaign strategy looks good, but what if public opinion sways to the other side?” “If it does, the strategy is not good. Design mental processors in a way, that the outcome aligns, not collides, after touching the outside world.” “You have a point there. We are no good without followers, and everything should … Continue reading Strategic campaigns

One up

“Take care, Harry! There’s a shredder in there.” He stepped back in a reflex move. “Don’t worry about your limbs. It shreds egos.” “When will you stop spinning stories?” “I already did. Might throw away the paints and brushes too…” “But why?” “I come here to accept defeat. I can’t replicate the original artist.” “Hmmm… … Continue reading One up