Welcome to a week of transition! The weather is changing. A cyclone that was expected to rock our Diwali festivities took a detour and moved elsewhere. A terror regime has ended, hopefully bringing peace to Syria. The Western world celebrates Halloween (parts of other worlds too), compelling a rethink on what certain masks or symbols … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #111
"I never knew setting up an old age home in India, can be so lucrative. This is the land of joint families, where elders are cared for at home." "Well, there are not many families around - just couples spending their golden years alone." "Cultural changes are sweeping the world," a sigh escaped her lips … Continue reading Homes
"Wow! What a beautiful backdrop!" "It is a labor of love. I can't wait to see you crooning to a full auditorium." Three hours later, the audience was shocked to see the dark shadows traversing the stage. Somehow, it spelt terror. https://only100words.xyz/2019/10/31/three-line-tales-week-196/
“Once upon a time, these containers used to be full of yummy eats…” Aman flashed a sly smile at his wife, as he started narrating a story to the kids. “And then….” “Mom started going to work,” chorused the kids in unison. A stern face emerged at the other end of the table. “Tomorrow onwards, … Continue reading In unison
I strike gold. The color of the dragon has changed. “Mom, it’s the flashlight from outside, which makes the painting look different.” The little one contributes his two cents. “A blue dragon denotes laziness. A golden one is wise and forgiving.” “Well, then … whom will you forgive?” I like the twinkle in his ten-year … Continue reading Flash
“I like the idea of constructing something on a grave. It shows the world does not end – someone else will replace you.” “Hmmm… thoughts of recently retired people…. Letz place flowers n leave…” Dad died a day b4 my son was born. The tombstone carries a picture of his grandson. https://katmyrman.com/2019/10/29/twittering-tales-160-29-october-2019/
The festival of lights leaves darkness behind – piles of waste, regret of things undone, unfulfilled wishes, comparison with celebrations in better times. It is an exercise in meaninglessness. She wonders about the fakeness of pretty masks, and hollowness concealed by colourful decorations. “It is all because you don’t absorb positive things. They just bounce … Continue reading Barrenness
He came down from the mountains as autumn aged, before the paths could pile with snow and the bridges bowed with ice. It was a transition from one world to another – he had to find new companions before hearts froze again. It took a long time to ignite the flame in closed confines, and … Continue reading Reminders in small packs
Wishing all my Indian friends across the world, a very Happy Diwali! Diwali or Deepavali (Festival of Lights) will be celebrated on the New Moon of October 27. We light up our houses and public spaces with earthen oil lamps, candles or electric lights. It is a metaphor for conquering darkness with light. Darkness and … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #110
clutching on to thorns from this life have you even cared to check? -the treasures awaiting your arrival on the other side... https://only100words.xyz/2019/10/24/three-line-tales-week-195/
