Why do I trust reflections more than shadows? Do I believe mirrors are honest? And distorting versions A game or aberration? The Sun … unabashedly self-centred focussed on its own position not mine presents me in false dimensions but is unable to fake solidity of being me. I brush aside shadows walk through the night … Continue reading Shadow or reflection?
Welcome back! PROMPT #208 The theme this week is A Stolen Identity There is no restriction on length or format of the piece. There is no last date either, unless you wish to be featured in the Weekly Wrap. Any post that is found to be offensive, vulgar or something that hurts common sensibilities will … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #208
“I set fire to the blanket, because it was made of snow. But it did not burn, just sublimated.” “And the zombie fire beneath the snow continues to flare?” “Yes. Suppressed rage is often labelled insanity." “We are here to help you sublimate the rage,” the doctor has his most congenial expression on. Idly, I … Continue reading Snow
I like ladders, but there's a snake in some squaresI've sticks and stones to beat it withbuild a house with blocks to keep me safeMy house has ladders to take me to the sky I've sticks and stones to beat it withSerpents can't pull me down in dark holesMy house has ladders to take me … Continue reading A child’s world
colors, flavours tactile inspirations aroma of good food onset of celebrations infusion of novelty in small doses keeps up excitement one smells the roses wrapped up in balls to weave creativity I know it’s all short-lived with my mortality enjoying all that I can and prepared to go I may not see next summer or … Continue reading On the move
If I hold a mirror to you, will you recognise yourself? You may call me disfigured, broken or ugly You may say conforming is the only way to go Will you see shades of your fractured self in me? You may call me disfigured, broken or ugly For all that is different, is alien to … Continue reading Holding a mirror
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7M4She4lp75nJrWvfqGdY8?si=4ef2614abb044941 He trudges on in the desert, as the weight of the basket increases with every step. Special boots do not help. The glasses he wears obstruct clear vision, The compass shows a certain direction, but he’s not sure why is he following that. The ineptitude shows. He has never been trained for mental strength … Continue reading Ineptitude
I surprise myself with my resilience I still breath in toxic ambience I wonder if brains alter with what I face jumping from manic to depressive phase I analyse what’s inaccessible see blindness, hear the inaudible Then I see shadows that follow me It’s so familiar, but that’s not me I die several deaths, but … Continue reading That’s not me
Welcome to autumn evenings, mulled wine and creative thoughts racing through the mind! The world around is changing fast. We need to board the ship before we are left behind. PROMPT #207 Well, I can't deny you a choice - to board the wagon or not. So, here are three prompts. You may choose one … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #207
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XuKS3hW9D9Lf1clAeiNw6?si=8ead5a5146184573 “I’m on a mission for the remaining part of my life - decluttering …. everything that does not give good vibes will go - junk, impulse shopping, toxic relationships, jaded mindsets.” “Where will you keep all that you love - things that add value to life?” “Decluttering creates space for the new.” “Who’s talking … Continue reading Decluttering
