Artificial Intelligence

The eternal secret reveals itself in the fourth decade of her life - keywords not chosen carefully. Subconscious re-imprinting is a full-fledged course in NLP, but who knows when it gets imprinted. Can there be a program to design a child before it comes into the world? It would save so much trouble later. If … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence

Orange on Black

The young scion of a prestigious business family makes waves in the industry, as she completely changes the face of the business. The new products are quirky, cost less than the competition  and appeal to millennials.  Senior managers are concerned about investment being higher than the returns, but the septuagenarian Chairman quips, “The company needs … Continue reading Orange on Black

A letter

I know you don’t expect me, nor am I a welcome visitor in your self-imposed isolation. But this is to let you know that I’ll be there with you next week.  I’m haunted by the stones in that cottage – each carrying a story from the past. Stones chosen carefully for what they represent, got … Continue reading A letter

Launch anew

The auditorium looks gigantic with only four people in the audience. All bookings have been cancelled. Naveen is worried about the bills. He has to pay minimum charges for the event, even if people have not turned up. He gathers himself and starts an informal chat with the four attendees. He thanks them profusely for … Continue reading Launch anew

Between the Covers

Eileen does not want to be in Chapter 1 ….she’d rather appear a little late when Morris has committed mistakes and she has an opportunity to change his life, that is if he is willing to mend his ways. I see myself as a creator of both, but they show no respect for the plot … Continue reading Between the Covers

Silent monuments

Tourists make a monument whatever it is. I’ve always been fascinated by history. I like to guess the stories of what happened then. What were the characters involved thinking? How did the place evolve to its present state. I want to write a novel, but coming with a physicist changes it all. All I hear … Continue reading Silent monuments

Just a perspective

“You are a very different kind of judge for a beauty contest. It shows in the assessment scores.” Video clips of conversations add spice to a television show. “Madam Twinkle, I think I was invited to induce more variety on the panel. Thanks for being tolerant of my divergent views.” “Of course, Mr. Singh, you … Continue reading Just a perspective

Goals

The teenager downloaded an investment app.  His father quipped, “It’s a sureshot recipe for disaster.” “But I have saved some money.” “I wish you all the best, but who embarks a plane without knowing the destination.” https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2022/02/19/weekend-writing-prompt-249-recipe/

Influence

“You are cordially invited to a gala night of entertainment organized by inmates of Golden Years and their well-wishers,” says the invitation to the doctor. Golden Years is an old age home in the neighborhood, which he often visits to help residents with their recurring health issues. The last few months have been different though. … Continue reading Influence

Compromise

“What are you doing here?” She could have given anything to see this expression. “Why do you look so surprised?” “This is the sleaziest bar in town. Not a place I’d like to see my wife in…” “I guess togetherness means being where you are. I took some time to find out your favourite haunts … Continue reading Compromise