He was watching ‘Devdas’ for the sixth time. “Can a married woman from an aristocratic background, look so sensuous, crossing the yard to meet her lover?” he sighed. “The magic emanates from the extra yards of fabric we added to the sari, to create the moonlight-in-motion look. Watch the blue one that took four months … Continue reading Glamor
I am on the same railway station after several years, and the familiar face on the book stall flashes a bright smile of recognition, “Competition Success Review?” It is the magazine I used to read in my student days, to prepare for competitive exams. “Do you have something for the challenges that I face now … Continue reading Keeping up with life
The pain that I speak about is about being alone, while speaking on any women oriented subject. Women’s groups go silent if a controversial issue is raised. Some come forward to say that they are in the group for relaxation and entertainment, and horrible things do not happen to everybody. Why talk about it, or … Continue reading On the Other Side of Pain
Eileen was the last person to speak to her sister, Julie, on that fateful night. Julie had expressed a desire for revenge, and then, she committed suicide. Eileen froze at the sight of a dark shadow on the window. She was now happily married to the guy who had betrayed Julie’s trust. (52 words) … Continue reading Betrayal
The message was short . “I quit the job today, because I refused to collaborate with evil. This is just to let you know that you have always been an inspiration. I had wanted to be in your place, when you raised your voice against injustice and quit, an year ago.” She knew it that … Continue reading Victory
mountains move climbers in obeisance bow to past spirits Heeding Haiku with Chevrefeuille
admire the skills artwork appreciated envy precision the landscape in my garden nature manipulated Weekly Tanka Prompt Challenge - Week 67
No… my every planned move… my challenge…
To defy hypocrisy… a false smile…
All hypocrisy… a fear… the truth hides
Little white lies hide my hypocrisy… fear
To try to have the courage… strength to speak
My convictions brought to the fore… my truths
New moves I have to plan… my honesty… my life
Mick Talbot 2017
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 5
if I had power
the magic to save this world
remove all evil
no trepidation… freedom
to live… guided by nature…
Mick Talbot 2017
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 6
Champa had defied fate and the advice of elders. Astrologers said that certain planets in certain houses of her birth chart would not allow the joy of motherhood. She was not wanted in the village as a wife or daughter-in-law, as people were keen on producing a heir. She migrated to the city and found … Continue reading Irony of Fate
