Power and Illusion

rockets of misinformationunleashedplanets jump out of orbitsperceive invadersas messengers of Godspelling doom rockets hit the Sununplanned self-immolationbut remnants of liesscattered in the universefake orbitsto house planetswho misinterpretedPower It destroys the sourceyet lets the impact remain-polluted mindsetscarrying imprintsof what ceased to existmemories ago Power and Illusionshake handsit’s their best kept secretso far … butnot so good … Continue reading Power and Illusion

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #275

Welcome back! PROMPT #275 We have a picture prompt this week. There is no restriction on format of the piece. There is no last date either, unless you wish to be featured in the Weekly Wrap.  Any post that is found to be offensive, vulgar or something that hurts common sensibilities will not be included. … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #275

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #273

Welcome back! PROMPT #273 In this week, I'd like you to spare one minute to watch this video and reflect on it. Give it a little more time if you struggle to understand or agree with it. Then, start banging the keyboard and type whatever comes to mind. Let it be 'stream of consciousness' writing. … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #273

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #272

Welcome back! PROMPT #272 I created a word cloud for the prompt today. You can choose to do any of the following. Choose at least two words from the above in your piece. Guess the theme and use it. Use synonyms of two words in case these words do not appeal to you. Or use … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #272

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #271

Welcome back! It has been a wonderful week for me with outstanding contributions to RXC#270. The links are posted in the weekly wrap below. Another highlight was a conversation with Susi Bocks. She needs no introduction on this space. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_yN28sXCb0 She came up with a bright suggestion that the theme for next week's prompt should … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #271

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #268

Welcome back! PROMPT #268 I won't say anything... just leaving you alone with your questions and thoughts on the picture. There is no restriction on format of the piece. There is no last date either, unless you wish to be featured in the Weekly Wrap.  Any post that is found to be offensive, vulgar or … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #268

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #265

Welcome back! PROMPT #265 It is a line prompt this week. Let's see where it takes you. You live in a world where no Gods exist. There is no restriction on format of the piece. There is no last date either, unless you wish to be featured in the Weekly Wrap.  Any post that is … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #265

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #263

Welcome back to 2023! The New Year feels a little jaded now after almost two weeks have passed. PROMPT #263 I have chosen words or situations for this week's prompt from Baba Vanga's predictions for 2023. Devastating solar storm Explosion in a nuclear plant Human birth in laboratories Alien attacks Earth changing its orbit Bioweapons … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #263

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #262

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year! PROMPT #262 RANDOM DREAMS So, which is the prompt? The words or the image? It's your choice. Choose one or both to take you to a different world. There is no restriction on format of the piece. There is no last date either, unless you wish to … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #262

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #258

Welcome back! PROMPT #258 It's so tough to remain positive at times. A word that is constantly gnawing my insides, staring back at me from every wall I encounter is CESSPOOL I choose this as the prompt word for this week. Your piece need not be pessimistic or negative. You can show how someone manages … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #258