“The pitch feels different”, Wilson’s message to his boss is disturbing. “You’re not one to get outsmarted. I’m sure you studied the terrain well before entering the conference room.” No reply… Silence feels ominous. “Is there a woman in the other team?” types his boss anxiously. “No. I can detect a honey trap.” “Then, what … Continue reading Outmaneuvered
Did I anticipate where we would reach today – pinned to spots where we are politically pitted against each other? Perhaps, yes … a meeting that started over bitter tea and burnt toast led to a relationship where we accepted each other unconditionally. I felt the sting of tears in my hard-core eyes for the … Continue reading Politically Correct
I don’t know when life passed us by. We taught the cute munchkins how to walk and keep their balance. Soon, it was their time to run and it was part of our responsibility to provide the playground. It was a pleasure to watch them fall, get up again, discover their velocity. We just kept … Continue reading Empty Nest
He steps in and sets hearts aflutter. All hands are placed on hearts to assess the damage, before he sets his sight or hands on them. Actually, he used a stethoscope, not bare hands. Weekend Writing Prompt
Anne: The story I hear is not the one you would like to tell. No wonder we have our wires crossed on the power grid. Louis: You have no clue of what power means or what it can do (sounds like a veiled threat), so it will make sense for you to move out of … Continue reading Intriguing
“Grandma, you missed a note”, chimes a sweet voice. It’s one of the kids who attend the same music class. “Thanks for taking me in, Hank! I was turned down by all music classes for my age.” “You are doing fairly well. Just keep at it.” Hank waves at her as he guides another kid … Continue reading Beginner
The tallest tower in the city has lost its top floor and canopy. It has been a landmark and tourist attraction for as long as citizens can remember. It was raining heavily and people are still guessing and gossiping, if it was an air attack or violent thunder. Visibility was poor and radar screens were … Continue reading The woman at the doorstep
The Best Employee of the Year trophy stands tall in the showcase. However, Nora looks distinctly uncomfortable. Her family is shocked to find the trophy discarded in the bin. A week later, they wonder why is she changing her job, when the existing employers treat her so well. Nora takes them out to dinner to … Continue reading Treachery
“I must have the yellow raincoat”. The voice emanating from the tiny frame is emphatic, like a final ultimatum. “I’ll try my best. But may I know what makes you so stubborn about yellow? We do have some other bright shades there.” “It makes a difference to the rubber duckies. They like to see someone … Continue reading Learning the ropes
Let her not feel so small. The entire officers’ union stands by her in her hour of bereavement. Famous last words from a trade union leader, on the death of a colleague and rival for leadership positions. The lady he consoled is the widow of the guy who said (a few days earlier), “I can … Continue reading Condolences
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