Reena’s Exploration Challenge #157

Welcome back! PROMPT #157 Reena's Exploration Challenge #157 As usual, there is no restriction on length or format of the piece. Write a post on your blog, and copy-paste the link in Comments. In case you are using a pingback, do check back to see if it has worked. Last, but not least, don’t forget … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #157

Different Destinations

smart “I’ll be back in a jiffy.” He said. Time is measured differently by riders of  different vehicles. He did not return. She was the single parent to a child she was carrying then.  She is proud of his success, and the fact that he flies around the world. He may find his father some … Continue reading Different Destinations

Long Roads

It’s a long and arduous journey. I’m not sure if I’ll make it.  If you do, will you turn and look at the road you traversed? Yes. If you do, will you regret or celebrate it? It depends on what happens enroute. What do you thing will make it worth celebrating? Overcoming all obstacles on … Continue reading Long Roads

Wrong end

“I’ve never been to a place of worship. I don’t believe in God.” “One doesn’t have to worship to believe in God. Religion is a man-made institution, with an imaginary God as a central character. The Creator is not confined to any structure.” “Imaginary is the word”, he continued with an animated expression, “Do you … Continue reading Wrong end

Imperfect

“Elementary! I’ll never want you to leave, because your asinine remarks often give me important clues.” “Are you giving me a raise?” “The remark is out of context. But it’s a possible motivation for the murder.” “Tomorrow’s headlines may speak of something entirely different.” He felt the cold touch of a pistol on his temple. … Continue reading Imperfect

Headless

“Brain dead” - declares the doctor. I wonder what continues to live, as I drag myself out of the Intensive Care Unit. On that bed lay a woman who lived in fear of death for a decade. She did not believe in reincarnation or life after death.  The phone vibrates, and I answer it reluctantly. … Continue reading Headless

Greatness

He laid awake and said the name into the night. The night smirked,  “Find a new one. There are so many breathing the same name to darken the sky.” “I want it to light up the night”, said he. “It needs an original source - greatness being bestowed by darkness, admirers or followers is short-lived.” … Continue reading Greatness

Reena’s Exploration Challenge #156

Welcome back! It was great to see the community get out of their comfort zones and try a genre for the first time. Thanks for the enthusiastic participation! PROMPT #156 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U37Pmv1RK2M Well, do I need to say more? As usual, there is no restriction on length or format of the piece. interesting photographs are also … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #156

Right or wrong?

“Right and wrong are such subjective terms. Stop your crusade, and get real…” The venom in my own child’s voice is shocking, but I gather myself again. “…. your religion and morality buddies won’t be around when you need them.” Nor are you, I silently think, but explicitly say, “It is not about buddies or … Continue reading Right or wrong?

Scriptwriter

The backdrop is perfect for a photoshoot, but I feel several eyes piercing through my existence from the windows. It causes discomfort, but they will be witnesses to what they see here tomorrow morning. The stage is set, and the act will be executed - though I'm not the scriptwriter, but I want people to … Continue reading Scriptwriter