Trendsetters

“Those  who don’t know the rules of the road impose a rule on rule-makers – of making their rules known in a language others understand.” “They also need to know the consequences of non-compliance. But they appear to know all the possibilities of getting away.” “Yes. They can fly, whereas we can’t.” “Especially if their … Continue reading Trendsetters

I Dare to Dream

churned thoughtsbecome a poemI select a few wordsor spaces in betweento become a dream freedom of spacesinterlocked withwistfulnesswhat could have been-a forgotten dream My subconsciouswill spin yarns tonightto weave incredulityunseen, unheard scenes-I dare to dream Poetics: Dreaming up a Poem

It’s not Pandora’s Box

It’s not Pandora’s BoxBut stay away, they say… I give in to curiosityfor a jar of dreamsgone rancidthe dreamers floated awayto destinationswhere dream dimensionsundergo transformation It is the disappointmentthey carefully disguisehence the rulesStay away… Quadrille #205

Enigmatic Beauty

I’m curious. Why should anyone disguise a well-designed glittery exterior with silken strands of hair? Is there a lack of conceptual clarity on what a greater epitomisation of beauty is? A bulb glows, which helps me dive beneath the glitter. Do I see a conflict of values? I think she is unsure of what she … Continue reading Enigmatic Beauty

Something lost, a little gained

Carpe Diemsomeone saidSeize the dayand my young selfwas highly impressed Today morninga well-written news cliptalked about Deceitseizing the silencebecause the silence is greyI imagine black and whitestruggling to find their placein rainbow huesof an inclusive world It’s nothing newgovernance failureloopholes in the law-my old, hardened selfhas seen so much of itthat shocks stay awayfrom my … Continue reading Something lost, a little gained

A ballet complete

Leaping from the ledge, a cat traces a cosmic arc.Her body twists, a celestial spark,as gravity’s grip loosens and time slows down.whiskers catching stardust, she wears a crown. Mid-air, she transforms—a feline acrobat;limbs stretch like shadows, sleek and exact;the laws of physics bend to her will,Grace is woven into every sinew and skill. And then, … Continue reading A ballet complete

Defraying Darkness

I  buy a handmade candle whose soft glow defrays the darkness in my house, struck by power failure. It helps the young widow pay electricity bills to keep her baby comfortable. Weekend Writing Prompt #375

Sublime

celebrating existencefrom a baby showerto birthdaysand all those designated ‘Days’for various roles in lifeI wonder if the world is truly blessedto have meor is it the other way round I examine the bonds closelyand their frailty surprises mewhat holds me to lifeis an illusionof multidirectional growthof contributionof relevancewhereasI’ve been on a linear pathfrom the beginningto … Continue reading Sublime