SNIPPETS OF GRIT

The photographer combines different elements to tell a story. It is her attempt to retain sanity in an increasingly complex world. Image credit: Hanan Mamoun Photography The character of a rebel artist portrays the essence of a dictatorial regime through his work – a man being crushed by the royal elephant’s foot. This is the … Continue reading SNIPPETS OF GRIT

Life

photography

ALMOST dreams fulfilledcelebrationsin the airexplosionsround the corner, firecrackersand then - a close brush someone saysart imitates lifelife denies… The above poem is a broken Shadorma for W3 Prompt #151 Image credit: Photography by Hanan Mamoun INTERPRETATION Photo by Mathilde Langevin on Pexels.com hope springsin the form ofbright blooms to capture heartscherry blossoms last weeksthe tree … Continue reading Life

Emotionally Secure

I have watched three generations and envy sisters who can be 4 am friends for each other at any stage in life. I don’t have a sister, so I made a feeble attempt to connect with a cousin. I had to beat a quick retreat as our mindsets did not match. She would keep reiterating … Continue reading Emotionally Secure

Apocalypse

stretch fabriccreate a backdropdummy treesnow awaitcharacters to enact rolesscripts of destiny when actorsdisappear; all setsdismantledstories etchedon the ground will incubateerupting earthquakes What Do You See #277

Presentation

it takes more courageto shed leaves; bare your wounds thandress in borrowed clothesunpretending pulls the corepresenting it takes your soul Moonwashed Weekly Prompt

Gratitude

those who never knowrituals of Mother's Dayhashtag parent goalsfind appreciation inarms that hold tight, eyes well upwith love, unparalleled bliss What Do You See #276