You better pay

“I met three more hypocrites today. What is the world coming to?” “Not much … except that certain people are minting money out of these so-called networking meets.” “I would like to host the next one, and make these b….s pay for the crap I had to endure.” (253 characters) https://katmyrman.com/2019/07/09/twittering-tales-144-9-july-2019/

Easy Nirvana

“There is always light at the end of the tunnel. So, cast your fears aside and ride.” “Then why do we need this headgear with lights on it?” “We have to combat darkness on the way, and need to be prepared.” Two of the five kids did not return that evening. A search was launched. … Continue reading Easy Nirvana

Butterflies

medley of loud colors flitting indecision fragile butterflies think they rule hearts https://mindlovemiserysmenagerie.wordpress.com/2019/07/09/photo-challenge-271/ https://amanpan.com/2019/07/08/brewnspew-cafe-july-8-2019/

Lotus feet

I am aware of the horrors of lotus feet due to feet binding in China. However, Indian culture has compared the feet of God to lotus, perhaps, due to its cleansing properties. Devotion (Bhakti Rasa) is not really my stronghold, but this week's prompt led me to try my hand at it. Here's the haiku … Continue reading Lotus feet

In search

decades gone by since a heartfelt smile brushed my lips -lips that dress in the latest colors -lips that smack of diplomacy -lips bereft of joy   centuries rolled by since I tasted pure joy a battered soul in search of something to enthral -soul that was humiliated -soul that was defeated by the corrupt … Continue reading In search

Sounds of the city

Honking was considered bad manners in this city. He looked helplessly at the traffic jam in front, and the girl on the back seat, struggling for breath. His heart flipped over at the thought of being found with a corpse in his car. His heartbeats were loud, sweat trickling down his temples, but everybody around … Continue reading Sounds of the city

In process

A soul cries to be reborn, full of promise, full of regret and fired with intent to get it right this time around. A genetic framework is created to house the intent. It sees the light of the world once again, and squeals in delight – the world labels it as crying (there are no … Continue reading In process

Fiery

“It’s not just a spark. I’ve fireworks in me, which outwit the conservative cape. Brilliance shines through. Beauty is not far behind.” Fire steps back a bit, fearing mercurial temper, but re-emerges with all its warmth and life-giving energy. “Understand, accept and step back if you’ve the slightest desire to dominate.” It’s a very enigmatic … Continue reading Fiery

Reena’s Exploration Challenge #94

Seasons change, so do people and relationships. What remains constant is the process of churning out thoughts – some mundane, some innovative and some creative – but it is energy nevertheless, energy which powers the world. So, here we are in another tiny capsule of time, reproducing snapshots of our thought process in this space. … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #94

Being Tree-d

perceived strength watches helplessly floating boats harsh currents cross over the arch -challenged mobility weeps https://scvincent.com/2019/07/04/thursday-photo-prompt-span-writephoto/