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Death
Age-ism
“Age-ism may turn out to be the biggest mistake in decades to come”, opined the auditor. “Businesses lack the perspective of experience.” “Cultural fit is a problem, and then baby boomers and Gen X ask for a lot of money”. “It’s good to keep an eye on the bottom line, but without losing sight of … Continue reading Age-ism
Nirvana
How many times will I travel across the globe, cross frontiers of time and yet get nowhere? Each moment offers an incredible opportunity to learn and enrich myself, and yet find me let it go – unaware of the immense potential of what I hold. Life may nor may not be a full circle, and … Continue reading Nirvana
If you don’t do politics ….
The diplomat with an unblemished record retires today, and the auditorium reverberates with eulogies and high praise. Some people conjecture he will soon enter politics. “But what do you think he has been doing so far? It ain’t easy keeping so many stakeholders happy”, whispers a detractor, “If you don’t do politics, politics will do … Continue reading If you don’t do politics ….
Back and Forth
“I forgive you, Mom, now I know why you laid down so many rules”, Maria wailed to the chagrin of others. “I guess we should focus on navigation”, the Captain’s tone is sombre. “Yes, but now you know the consequences of straying too far,” Maria is insistent. “We are close to discovering a new island, … Continue reading Back and Forth
Chronology
“Someone has recorded the trail of events in this diary, and available evidence supports it partially. It means there’s someone who is not only aware but involved in the happenings.” “Could it be the criminal or key witness?” Paul’s tone is both insouciant and challenging. “I wouldn’t risk second-guessing that, till all evidence is on … Continue reading Chronology
Break Free
You can’t resist handing over the wheel to others, while destinations wait. The words seem to dance on the glass door, as he hands over the car keys to the valet. “I don’t see parking spots as destinations”, he frames a reply in his mind as he enters through the automatic door and goes through … Continue reading Break Free
First step
It is disturbing to see tiny implosions of rebellion in the behaviour patterns of inmates. The sanctuary for oppressed and distressed women has long ceased to be a haven of peace. Breaking news about the arrest of the ashram chief rocks television channels while each social media post on the subject is an explosion. It … Continue reading First step
Transparency
“I’m shocked how could Lisa marry a person like that shady character Tony.” “As far as I know they were interacting online for a major part of their courtship period.” “How does that make a difference?” “Lisa was shown a series of screenshots as a video, not the truth concealed between those, and she was … Continue reading Transparency
Dawn Break
The night is darker than usual, though the almanac says Full Moon will illuminate the skies soon. She walks through many worlds in her dreams and nightmares, while staying pinned to her uncomfortable bed. All this will soon be a thing of the past, but then…. how soon? There are so many pointers to the … Continue reading Dawn Break
