“We raised this young man to be our prototype. I don’t know when he turned into a distorted version of our lowest self…” “Let’s confess that our approach was wrong. He is an individual in his own right.” My wife was dejected, but fiercely defended her son, like mothers do. “I see that our basest … Continue reading Shadows we cast
“What made you choose this angle for the picture?” “Watch the pain on the baby elephant’s face….” “Yes. It is not a merry expression.” “Have you heard the story of Lord Ganesha’s elephant head?” “This is a museum, not an Indian mythological movie.” “Allow me to complete. His father, Mahadev had ordered the head of … Continue reading Immortality
January I resolve to get this right. February Why is it a shorter month? March I have got targets to meet. April Let me enjoy a break… May Changes in weather pull me down. June Is half the year already over? July Others in the vicinity pose obstructions. August I will overcome, no matter what. … Continue reading Resolutions
unseasonal magic sprinkling stardust on our dreams breaks monotony Haikai Challenge #33 kigo - Spring rain (harusame) or Autumn rain (aki no ame)
Fountains always inspire. They spread themselves thin to give, nourish, spread cheer and hope. Decorative lights can give them a fairy tale dimension. I love stretching my hand out, and wait for benevolence to bless me. Droplets on my skin remind…. the universe gives what, when, how, where we find is called destiny Weekend … Continue reading Destiny
“I wish this had not happened.” “But it has.” She was smoothening imaginary creases on her skirt. “What do you plan to do with the unborn baby? Your children are already in college.” The meowing of the kittens draws our attention. Their mother has just slapped them, as she has a new brood to look … Continue reading Motherhood
I am back from a long vacation and dazed by the changes in the neighbourhood? Is this the same place- 21, Cedar Drive, where I have lived for so many years? The vegetation has changed, and is thicker. It appears that there were some seeder plants, spraying seeds around, and the same have multiplied. It … Continue reading Shrubs around the house
The crash of wave and snap of sail sung to her. It would have been an idyllic state of being, if she knew where she was. But hold on, didn’t the anonymity and being lost add to the charm? She had wanted to get away from everything for so long. And here she was on a … Continue reading Staged
The desire for more positive experience is itself a negative experience. And, paradoxically, the acceptance of one’s negative experience is itself a positive experience. paradoxes abound as conscious and subconscious take opposite seats in the ring life is not so much a mystery to be resolved complexities are self-inflicted bring it all together close to … Continue reading Bridging the Gap
Molly looked crestfallen. “What happens when a leader you worship,displays negative behavior.” “Stop worshipping.” “But… “ Unconditioning was clearly not easy for her. “The majesty of a crane lies in its ability to rise up to the challenge. Stooping down or swooping down on anybody other than aggressors earns him no respect.” “I have been … Continue reading The Majesty of Cranes
