Being rooted is wonderful. It gives a sense of belonging. Being strongly rooted is claustrophobic. It obstructs movement. The weight of my ingrained beliefs and thinking models do not help much. The vegetation around me is immobile too, except that lightness allows them to sway with the wind. I am not sure if they enjoy … Continue reading Movement
Welcome to Week 36! A prologue of any kind will only reduce the impact of this picture. Here’s the prompt Illustration: Al Margen What does this picture make you think of? The format can be a a story/poem/rant/anecdotes/journalistic coverage of events/ reflections as usual. Pour out, and let it flow …. LAST WEEK’S ROUND-UP Hecblogger … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 36
Gunshots reverberated through the sounds of twilight, and the colored structures came crashing down on the kids playing there. After a pause filled with dread, people were relieved and surprised to hear the cackling laughter and mirth of kids again. The terrorist had clearly not done his research, as the structures were made of papier … Continue reading Miscalculation
The teacher followed an unusual methodology. He would make a statement, or give a postulate and ask the students to contradict it. He appeared to enjoy the interactions more than the viewers or students. “May I know where did you learn this methodology, Henry?” “All in corporate boardrooms,” he smiled, “I have lived in echo … Continue reading Dissent
I knock down people in pursuit of truth stumble with the reverse push get up and walk again reinventing to survive is necessity not an achievement When will I stop learning so that I can teach others? Tuesday Poetics
“The view is hazy. Does the sky always look like this after a nuclear test?” “Remove the grain from the picture, and add a new one. What goes out in the media should be palatable.” “Aahh, the media… they don’t understand science.” “How can they? Nobody has done it so close to a city before.” … Continue reading Hazy Outlook
Autobiographies are passe. We write memoirs, which allow us to unleash selective amnesia. It helps us…. and helps the people associated with our lives. We wish to share to make a point, or document selected facts for posterity, or just indulge in self-obsession. But privacy remains a priority. We don’t want to let it all … Continue reading Stories worth sharing
conundrums would look so different without ethical multi-lemmas that impact your survival could be you or it could be me we measure life with sustainability, and toss up quality Tuesday Chatter Weekly
work life balance conscious, subconscious splits people apart what pulls one through it all is a horse called will power #Weekly Tanka #Poetry Prompt Challenge - Week 96
life moved between rolling on wheels and flying on mythical wings Heeding Haiku with Chevrefeuille
