They paid the bill, and moved out after a satisfying meal. He looked lost, turning back again and again, and for no perceptible reason - she feared losing him. Theirs was an intense, volatile and cross-cultural relationship which had survived the last two years. “I hope you are not thinking about going back home.” “Nope, … Continue reading Pointers
I remember being first to question the logic of ‘laid down’ rules and structures, right since childhood. The foundation of a rebellious life was being laid, and it created discomfort all around, especially with family elders, and bosses in the later part of life. It has not worked well for me, as I see ‘obedient’ … Continue reading Irony
“I don’t know how to interpret your composure - indifference or strength?,” she looked perturbed, just as she always reacted. “It’s just composure, nothing more or less,” I make a bold assumption that she will understand, “When I started my journey as a life coach, I was not prepared for the boutique of emotions and … Continue reading Black Swan
“It was never meant to be an equal world. Paucity of resources created inequality amongst competing tribes, and we invented power.” The young assistant eagerly types his bytes in her device. The celebrated anthropologist does not know his words are worth a fortune, especially after that trip with the ruler of the land. “Did you … Continue reading Power
“Right and wrong are such subjective terms. Stop your crusade, and get real…” The venom in my own child’s voice is shocking, but I gather myself again. “…. your religion and morality buddies won’t be around when you need them.” Nor are you, I silently think, but explicitly say, “It is not about buddies or … Continue reading Right or wrong?
“Turn up the volume of protests …. change is never an easy feat to achieve,” the voice is dominating, emphatic and reeks of impatience to win the war. “Does change even matter any more?” I speak after a long, pregnant pause, sounding ominous to him, but at peace with myself. “What do you mean,” his … Continue reading Ominous
“It is your decision, and I respect it, but I don’t know how and where will you survive with that outdated mindset of yours….” He was more exasperated than sad or sorry or disappointed, and it made a lot of difference. It somehow became a reaffirmation of my decision to leave. “I don’t expect you … Continue reading Erstwhile
The politician is trolled for referring to the economy class as ‘cattle class’, and this in a country where a majority cannot afford to fly. He was panning the new cost control measures being imposed on members of parliament. His father watches the news on TV with a fading vision, too old to remember what … Continue reading Kettled
“You will have to delete images from your gallery, Jane, the phone is running out of space.” “I may have to buy another disk. Yet, it is cheaper than what art gallery owners charge as commission.” Her comment is sarcastic, but Rob sighs, “Online platforms have robbed us of our income.” The artist and gallery … Continue reading Business
They met. They fell in love. They married. They worked their asses off to meet their needs. They lived happily ever after. There is no twist in the tale, so stop looking for it 🙂 https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2020/09/02/its-six-sentence-story-thursday-link-up-123/
