All attachments live in the same place – codependence. They are beautiful while they last, but deep down, I sense a struggle to find meaning in being alone and independent. Sunflowers often ask the night why do they have to close their petals and turn west at dusk. And the night has no answers, since … Continue reading Sunflowers at Night
The picture shows Radhika Merchant-Ambani (the bride in the most opulent wedding in India) wearing a hand-painted skirt. 12 panels of a unique canvas imported from Italy were used since the fabric would have stiffened and lost shape with dried paint. The artist is Jayasri Burman, who hopes the garment will hang on the walls … Continue reading Artistic
It was called a “black-out” in 1971. Windows and skylights were covered with thick black paper. The sound of an aircraft drove the neighbourhood into deep distress.They prayed for invisibility, huddled inside the silence of fear, pulling sheets above their eyes. I’d have loved to see the enemy’s face. But the next morning, Uncle said … Continue reading Changing face of war
darkness embracessecrets of the subconsciousa glimmer of hopeactions dawn; all that you dreamtawaits you in unseen worlds Moonwashed Weekly Prompt- Glimmer
a pausebrain fog declaresonset of life's autumnI stretch, flailing arms to embracesunset Photo Challenge #527 Tanka Tuesday
I’m curious. Why should anyone disguise a well-designed glittery exterior with silken strands of hair? Is there a lack of conceptual clarity on what a greater epitomisation of beauty is? A bulb glows, which helps me dive beneath the glitter. Do I see a conflict of values? I think she is unsure of what she … Continue reading Enigmatic Beauty
egg whites drip through a strainerswirl endlessly in boiling brothassume indefinable shapesEgg-drop soup is overjoyedin the company of orange chickento go down together – in alimentary depth W3 Prompt Six Sentence Stories
eyes feastmouth drools more thanstomachs rumble - buildinganticipation for a meal-good food W3 Prompt #118
Dawn breaks over the Seine, casting golden hues upon the Eiffel Tower. Athletes gather, hearts drumming in sync with the city’s pulse. The Olympic torch ignites, passing from hand to hand—a beacon of unity. The City of Light, adorned in Olympic splendour, welcomes the world. Streets echo with anticipation, a symphony of languages and dreams. … Continue reading Paris Olympics
herbs release secretsbetween your fingers or knifemint flavours lingerwhisked yoghurt, carrots awaitpowdered cumin, mint and salt Tanka Tuesday
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