Corruption

If eradicating corruption becomes more difficult than eradicating disease, we need to admit that moral fibre of the ruling class is weak, and the resistance of a formerly healthy society low. Is there a medicine for supercilious minds that believe they can bind the people to their rules forever? Because the punishment for protest is … Continue reading Corruption

Identity Theft

"I’m afraid, Your Honour, the defendant has developed brain fog. We need to re-verify all data provided including his date and place of birth and places in which he lived." "That’s an unusual request, Mr. Prosecutor…" "Yes, because the case is unusual. Mr. Xerxes claims that he has never visited London. He is unable to … Continue reading Identity Theft

Purple Shades

purple shadesdissolve in twilightnights may shinejust as brightwithout royal Kings and Queens-the world is changing Tanka Tuesday Weekly Prompt

In between

dreamsmeetingreal life-a growth cyclehazy memoriesburied disappointments-sorting out thoughts and feelingsmirrors reflect maturationall that happens between life and death What Do You See

Original Soul

The mirror laughs; it’s only meNot touching real with a barge poleEternal question – to be or not to belike you? Am I a body, mind or soul? Born alone, designed by circumstanceCriticise me softly, say it aloudIs originality just a matter of chance?I’m mis-shapen, broken - but unbowed. There’s no regret, there are no … Continue reading Original Soul

Dramatically Different

They are penalized for driving into forbidden territory. The sky does not like intruders. It’s already bent at the horizon with the weight of planetary motion, and satellites only serve to increase the load. There was no concept of building capacity when the drama started with a bang, and has not stopped ever since. It’s … Continue reading Dramatically Different

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #278

Welcome back! PROMPT #278 I like to be lazy at times. So, I used an AI image generator to generate an image from the words SERENE SUN Feel free to use either the image or the words as your muse for the week. There is no restriction on format of the piece. There is no … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #278

Sky

stellify the skyfor holding darkness and shineintangible strengthunderstated commotionwhen all that it holds shatterstrusted roofs, conceited heads Moonwashed Weekly Prompt Reena's Xploration Challenge #278

If you don’t do politics ….

The diplomat with an unblemished record retires today, and the auditorium reverberates with eulogies and high praise. Some people conjecture he will soon enter politics. “But what do you think he has been doing so far? It ain’t easy keeping so many stakeholders happy”, whispers a detractor, “If you don’t do politics, politics will do … Continue reading If you don’t do politics ….