“You will not survive in the world, without this golden veil.” “What makes you think my starkness is not acceptable?” “A woman needs a certain level of grace and decorum. You do not fit in the norms.” “I still choose to be myself.” “If that is your last word, then there is no place for … Continue reading Unacceptable
“The new entrant is of a different color, Letz welcome her for the diversity she brings…” “Thank you, duckies ….. stay still and absorb the spirit I infuse into the water. It will show you what the world outside looks like.” “Don’t show us dreams which cannot be fulfilled. Can you take us out … Continue reading Show or tell?
It is not easy to forgive injustice, whatever the soul gurus have to say about it. She often found herself cursing all those who had deprived her of her rightful place in the world. She would imagine they dropped dead, were shedding tears on dead bodies of their loved ones or are humiliated more than … Continue reading Change
I am captivated by the glow on her face. She is oblivious to the power of her presence, and it kind of adds to her allure. I’ve often looked with a degree of envy at those ‘higher beings’ floating around in upper echelons of society with effortless elegance. This moment made me feel those figures … Continue reading Unaware
The open sky stretched from sand to horizon and the riders advanced on the oasis. It took them a while to realise that the horizon is a visual deception to keep them going. The destination was actually much closer. Maybe, they just rode past it... https://mindlovemiserysmenagerie.wordpress.com/2020/07/03/first-line-friday-july-3rd-2020/
Welcome back! I’m happy to see the myriad directions in which floating colours took us, in the last one week. New participants too, got pulled in the whirlpool. Let us see, if we can recreate some of the magic this week. PROMPT #142 The genie is not getting back in the bottle Yes, the line … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #142
“Mom, she stole my pencil.” “Both of you are supposed to share stuff, so it isn’t stealing.” Time flies, and the birds are old enough to fly the nest. “Mom, since we will both work in the same city, sharing an apartment will save cost.” “Be prepared to lead separate lives, as your priorities change….. … Continue reading Dots and shapes
He has lost several pounds of extra flab. He steps out in the unlockdown, well-disguised behind the beard, mask and huge frames of sunglasses. People back home have been waiting for his return. “You are under arrest, Jekyll” growls the police inspector. “I’m not Jekyll, there is a mistake in identification,” he mumbles as his … Continue reading Identification
"Howard Roark built each doorway and ceiling to suit the frame of Dominique Francon, when he built Gail Wynand's house." She was holding a copy of "Fountainhead" in her hands. "This is only a simulation, my love. The design is yet to be perfected." "I understand. I also need a wardrobe built to suit my … Continue reading Framed
“Why do certain things look so sharp and clear, and others get blurred in pictures?” “It's all a play of light, and good photographers learn how to manipulate it.” “So am I learning …. But how do I decide what to focus on?” Ted is more a philosopher than a photographer, and inclined to move … Continue reading Creative Power
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