Reena’s Xploration Challenge #229

PROMPT #229 Welcome back to a multi-layered world! Nothing is as it seems to be on the surface. Well, I had almost zeroed down on the word Layers to be used as a weekly prompt, but then another thought struck. I'm not sure if it is better or bad. The prompt line for this week … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #229

Shobhaa De – in 100 words

Shobhaa De is a 74 year old pulp fiction author with a long series of books, and Starry Nights is one of her titles. She attracted attention for portraying the sleaziness of higher echelons of society. I've just played around with her book titles for this piece. Snapshots of Sultry days Socialite Evenings Starry nights … Continue reading Shobhaa De – in 100 words

Acceptance

Lifeis notbroken-ness-this disconnectwith my real selfmy inner bonding fallsapart, makes me see black holesin the universe - only toblame others for perceived pathos - andsplinters of false self image pierce the soula wisp of smoke expecting handshakeshow can responses be real,when acts emanate from ashadow self? Acceptancecontinuationof value inlife till wewelcomeDeath https://dversepoets.com/2022/05/03/dverse-poetics-small-change-or-big-bucks/

Incompatible

The form used is EP Johnson Quintet The form is stanzaic, consisting of two or more quintets. It is of Canadian origin. The rhyme scheme is abbba accca…etc.  (Indicating that the ending words of L1 and L5 are repeated in each stanza.) It is syllabic: 8/9/9/9/8 Can this ever be home for me? I look at teal and … Continue reading Incompatible

Dew Drops

luminosity of early morning dew drops reflecting the sun makes me feel lost in shadows but I let them have the stage freshness is steeped in wisdom of dark nights https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2022/04/30/weekend-writing-prompt-257-luminous/

Reena’s Xploration Challenge #228

Welcome to changing seasons, and whatever it spurs in you! PROMPT #228 The theme is "Assortment" The image given above is your prompt for the week. Write whatever comes to mind. There is no restriction on length or format of the piece. There is no last date either, unless you wish to be featured in … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #228

Minimalist

There is so much parking space, but she is not in her car today. Delicious lunch in a small cafe, buying a glamor magazine and an intellectual book from the roadside vendor, followed by a lazy afternoon in the salon getting a facial done is her idea of pure bliss. The road still looks deserted … Continue reading Minimalist

12 Steps to Self-Actualization

your dreams will confuse much more than ever let analysis give deep perception develop insights, don't just be clever understand intent, ditch self-deception get a state of flow, stay there forever pursue excellence without exception let empathy rule all your endeavors redefine goals till they are etched in stone vision, mission, values- know your levers … Continue reading 12 Steps to Self-Actualization

Silver Touch

moon walks through the sky in ethereal white sprinkles silver dust on dreams mystifying the night breathe in the magic of dawn to survive in harsh daylight Catch sublime moments untouched by gloom, all bright frame those in action don't let it out of sight breathe in the magic of dawn to survive in harsh … Continue reading Silver Touch