I am complete

Posted on by Reena Saxena

At times, all the signs are pretty obvious. But one hesitates to accept that it is all over. It could be a faint line of hope, or just the ennui of indecision, that makes people pull through. Marriages and jobs are not sacrosanct, and not a blind end. It hurts like hell, but one can … Continue reading I am complete

Sounds of Memory

Posted on by Reena Saxena

The television news says that the Amarnath temple has reopened. The ritual worship of the snow Shiva idol was performed with great aplomb. Suddenly, the devotional music stops. Another accident has occurred. A bus rolled down into a ravine…. I hear the sound of my husband’s recital on our honeymoon, “If there is Heaven on … Continue reading Sounds of Memory

The Myth

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A very prim homemaker once told me, that she always eats after her husband. Before I could raise my brows in feminist indignation, she continued, "It ensures that he comes home in time every evening." This is to honor the antithesis, that empowers the thesis.   Domestication is a myth to satisfy puerile egos, tame … Continue reading The Myth

Parallels

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The calm of the hinterland attracts me. It gives me a break from the oceanic life. Being the captain of a ship is not exactly a cakewalk, navigating to beat the winds and whirlpools. Nature manifests inner turmoil, and gifts counterfoils A holiday in a wild life sanctuary was all that I needed for peace. … Continue reading Parallels

Twilight

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Smiling memories of a lifetime spent together refuels the love for the frail figure between white sheets.   The touch of a shivering hand accompanied by a weak smile revives memories of passionate times.   Twilight falling on the horizon and flickering hope keeps them alive. (44 words)   Inspired by Grace at DVerse Poets … Continue reading Twilight