It is a strange joy tearing apart from within to exist, just once…. Inspired by TJ at TJ's Household Haiku Challenge Pic: itschool.dev.bg
Bursting out
I am complete
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
Tia
Her childhood was spent, torn between loyalty to her Indian grandmother, and an Indo-American mother. Tia dug into both ‘samosa’, and apple pie, with equal love, and kept both the warring women happy. It had been a way of life with her. Her father disapproved of the diet, but remained silent, as he struggled to … Continue reading Tia
The Death of a Criminal
Criminal remains beg forgiveness, as the flames devor their darkness. An awakening too late does not help them, or the world. They stepped into sin and were soon sucked by quick sands Impossible was re-emergence or escape when they wanted it. A blurred perspective and the lure of quick money entrenched their young … Continue reading The Death of a Criminal
Research
He was a non-believer, primarily because his parents had died on a pilgrimage, after a cloud burst. His grandmother often told him stories, about how God called them straight to Heaven, riding on a pink mushroom-shaped cloud, and he smirked in disbelief. Today, the nuclear scientist knew that a reactor had exploded on that day, … Continue reading Research
I exclude
I swear by friendship and loyalty, and have the back of those I care about. I made enemies to support you, when you were on the right side. I care about values, as much as I care about you. I will do all that is possible for you, but not as if it was the … Continue reading I exclude
Carving an identity
“These are exquisitely beautiful pieces, but priced too high.” “These are made of sand, not clay.” “That makes it cheaper.” The lady was adamant, “No. The process is infinitely more complex and time-consuming.” ‘Then, why don’t you use clay?” “Sand is amorphous, and carving a durable piece needs an understanding of the art, technique and … Continue reading Carving an identity
Sounds of Memory
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
Unanticipated
Ensemble is an upmarket boutique for designer threads, and cars with international number plates parked outside, are not a rarity. Unusual was the figure that stepped out of it. There was Julia, the poor cousin, who had grown up on hand-me-downs from me, and whom I had not met for long . The initial exchange … Continue reading Unanticipated
Unappreciated
Walking across the sky with a vanishing trail and unheard music, she shrinks in size with indignation. The world luxuriates in her light, which is borrowed, and she has to forever remain indebted to the giver for it. A life, where her inherent qualities, have not been valued has taken its toll. It shows in … Continue reading Unappreciated
