much-needed short respite mellow sun peeks from grey clouds wanting to get wet https://frankjtassone.com/2019/06/22/haikai-challenge-91-6-22-19-midsummer-rain-samidare-haiku-senryu-haibun-tanka-haiga-renga/
Peek-a-boo
You blew it
Harish broke all records in the examination. But you know what … I’d advised him to join X coaching classes. Harish has been a topper from the first grade. You saw their new house? I was the first to get arched doorways in this town, and now many have followed suit. Arched doorways have been … Continue reading You blew it
The Frozen Man
The most peculiar thing happened on the eleventh of November, just as the snow had begun to drift down. The snow assumed a peculiar shape, like a man frozen in snow. Passers-by ventured ahead to rescue him, but the shadow was elusive for their almost frozen hands. An old lady stepped out of the crowd and … Continue reading The Frozen Man
Reena’s Exploration Challenge #92
Welcome to a week when the seasons are changing! PROMPT Reena's Exploration Challenge #92 FOR NEW ENTRANTS There is no restriction of length or format of the piece. We are happy if whatever you write comes from the innermost core of your being. Technique is secondary. Write a post on your blog, and link it … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #92
Story of the Pulao
A female member of my extended family, who hails from a different community, has never made bones about her dislike for this side of the family. I had the misfortune of being at her place, when a senior member of the family departed for her heavenly abode. This lady is blessed with wealth and a … Continue reading Story of the Pulao
At last…
Her partner’s body lay in the coffin, she was dressed in black, but felt no emotion. She went through all the rituals wordlessly, except where the priest asked her to repeat a few words. A lifetime of being put down and constant mental abuse floated through her mind. She had prayed every single day for … Continue reading At last…
Replicated
She was here to get her face fixed for the big night, but froze at the sight of the woman walking out of the salon. Her nemesis was wearing a replica of her outfit – and this was sold to her as an exclusive piece. Now, is there enough time to dash back home and … Continue reading Replicated
Summer Solstice
stepping into change but no transformation yet longest day ever… https://mindlovemiserysmenagerie.wordpress.com/2019/06/19/heeding-haiku-with-chevrefeuille-june-19th-2019-summer-solstice/
Quid Pro Quo
“What are you so annoyed about?” “Being taken for a ride … there is no ethics left in the world.” “True that! Do you think they care about your emotions? Is it the best strategy to get what you want?” “I want a correction. But I guess you are right. I’m not annoyed any more, … Continue reading Quid Pro Quo
Corporate
Nostalgia hits as I enter this road. I’ve spent a large part of life working here. I remember a colleague’s quip - “High rise buildings look impressive. But there is less than one window per person for the people who live or work here.” One window to the future was all that people dreamt about … Continue reading Corporate
