nature’s eerie ways experiments with textures and different costumes carry messages of change being the only constant Colleen's Weekly Poetry Tuesday Challenge
Nature
Shades of White
The monk from the snow-covered Himalayas was sent to the plains, by his guru. The guru wanted him to observe the world, and apply his learnings. “Hey, there! Can I help you?” “I am new to the place, and looking for directions.” The monk held out the piece of paper he was holding. “Cross the … Continue reading Shades of White
Enjoyment
water flows down enjoying unabated fleeting human mirth Weekly Haiku Senryu Prompt Challenge #12
Speed of Research
“We stand on the edge of history, as we enter a new world.” “You stand the risk of being knocked over. Pedestrians are not allowed here.” (136 characters) Twittering Tale #55
Leadership of God
Research is just trial and error, leadership a function of circumstances, the purpose of existence undefined. Faith is a statement of uncertainty, acceptance of limitations. . The system creaks in God’s Country. The ruler prefers remaining in anonymity of oblivion subject to human interpretations. (44 words) Quadrille #43
The Criminal
I was worshipped for my power, wealth and intellect. I was successful. But there was a criminal. My conscience – which derided me on the values I chose. It pulled me in another direction. #Micro-Mondays
Strategic moves
I was shocked. The cabbie wore a cap with horns on it, and the name tag said ‘SATAN’ – loud and clear. Surprisingly, he was the politest driver I had ever come across. We visited the dens of criminals, politicians and power-brokers of all kinds. There were smug smiles of satisfaction on all the faces … Continue reading Strategic moves
Social Change
revolutions change nothing- if targeted at wrong touch-points Senryu for Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Challenge
Capitalism failed?
“Capitalism has been broken, top UK business leaders warn”, scream media headlines. Artificial intelligence and technology are being blamed, the short-term thinking of profit-oriented corporations are being blamed. My son reads aloud a quote from the Book of Luke, “There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 righteous … Continue reading Capitalism failed?
On the other side of existence
It was a steep ascent, and she preferred missing the bus, than taking a risk. She had let him go, years ago, as she did not want to share his struggles in life. She had chosen a peaceful, anonymous existence in this remote place. There were no struggles, but there was no excitement either. Today … Continue reading On the other side of existence
