Terror

A face behind the maskA mask behind the faceor emptiness? all I can touchis cold steelinessof sharp Evil It harms by offensive movesor just absence of actionwhen needed most all I can feelis flatness-I bubble with rage silence of entrapped lifespells danger - more thansilence of tombs all I can hearare muffled gruntsof species unknown … Continue reading Terror

Challenge

It’s the turn of anti-gods to grab the chance offered on a platter, and unleash masked terror on the planet. It’s a challenge for gods to return and prove their existence. https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2022/07/09/weekend-writing-prompt-267-return/

Re-Invention

3-D cubism stirsa sleepy population-new kids on the blocktech-savvy and creativenow write a new narrative I feel outdatedbut an eager to learn moreshould I choose codingor those apps for fancy picsI'm on the edge - Watch out, world! https://mindlovemiserysmenagerie.wordpress.com/2022/07/05/photo-challenge-421/

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #238

Welcome back! PROMPT #238 We have a picture prompt this week. 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 not … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #238

The Lone Star

My feet, with no experience of being shackled in chains, feel heavy - they carry the weight of centuries which obstructed free movement of souls, born in bodies considered inferior by those who had no other means to prove their superiority. I’ve moved through labyrinthine corridors of time in search of respect, and learnt that … Continue reading The Lone Star

Generation gap

“I don’t see the relevance of this outdated machine being placed here.” “It marks the beginning of an era to make villagers independent.” “Then, it belongs in a museum.” “I value my personal bond with the hands that operated this. It is an object of worship for me.” “I guess, your mindset too, is a … Continue reading Generation gap

Encore

I recall a video by Sara Jacobovici, a music therapist. A child starts mimicking her body movements in response to music. She claims it as the moment when a connection is built, and knowing that the therapy can now move forward. I guess it applies to so many situations - in performing arts, writing or … Continue reading Encore

Monsoon

greenerysurrounds jaded eyesconcrete fadesin backgroundscars need attentiontropical climes welcome rains Image Credit: Reena Saxena (This is the view from my balcony today) Written for Tanka Tuesday Weekly Prompt #Taste the Rainbow

The Flippant Queen

“I can’t figure out what they want. People who cannot manage their own lives find solace by placing the blame on others, especially those in higher positions. It is human psychology - fingers pointing at others take away the focus from the source of the problem, their own incapability. If they don’t have bread, they … Continue reading The Flippant Queen

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #237

Welcome back! PROMPT #237 We have a word prompt this week Zeitgeist The dictionary meaning of the word is the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time: "the story captured the zeitgeist of the late 1960s" There is no restriction on length … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #237