This stream that provided water for the house was our summer haunt. Our every waking moment would be spent in the water. Our parents were relieved that we were out of their hair the whole day. The only time they would get to see us was during meals. They knew we were safe here, without … Continue reading REVISITING MEMORIES
*I want to apologize to all my FF friends for not posting or commenting or acknowledging inputs and posts. I have some great news to share which will help you all to forgive me, I hope! Please do scroll down the end of the post to see! Where are you taking me? You asked me … Continue reading BASKET CASE
Every day that she went past that creepy old building, she felt violated. Someone is watching me, she told her folks at home. Its just your imagination, they replied. Sometimes she felt they didn't care enough. It was not so. They were just busy managing their lives. One day she saw a face at the … Continue reading PEEPING TOM
(This is Good Friday. This photo reminds me of my favorite hymn. Posting it as my take on this photo prompt) O, welcome, all ye noble saints of old As now before your very eyes unfold The wonders all so long ago foretold. God and man at table are sat down. Elders, martyrs, all are … Continue reading AT TABLE SAT DOWN
Come on, can't you see the road marked out by tyre tracks! The sign back there doesn't inspire me! Maybe it was put there way back when the road was narrow! I still say it is ominous! Oh, don't be a baby. Remember, we are adults and can manage! Who is there on the other … Continue reading THUS FAR AND NO FURTHER
Mom, Mom, Mom! Daniel, when did you come? Just now, through the door! How did I miss you? I was watching for you! My bed and my room! Finally! Nothing like home! Oh, here is Dad now! Our boy is home! Guys, what is this box here? Open it and see! A camera, the latest! … Continue reading STILL LIFE
She squealed when the place came into view. "Happy, my queen?" "Yes, my king. You found my dream place!" "How did you manage to find it? How did you know?" "I found your diary. I searched around. And here we are!" "You are the best!" "Keep saying that!" "The location is picture perfect. Must have … Continue reading DREAM P(A)LACE
Mary, does your father know what you are doing? No Nungshibee. Why not? Surely he would be happy that you will be appearing in the State level competition! No, he won't. You know what is the goal of our parents! You mean marriage? Yes, I do. If my face gets damaged I won't be good … Continue reading NO BARRIER
Shorn off your glory,You still stand tall,Bearing in your basic berryNew life for self and for all!Your beauty may wither and fade,Your covering may shrivel and decay,Your worth remains but unchanged,For your hips hold within a potent seed!Beauty without depth has no claim,Of power to impact beyond the grave.Charm without content is no gain,If it … Continue reading BEAUTY AND BEST
Shobha, look, beautiful it is! Yeah Sulekha! There's a sense of homecoming and peace that's almost visible! Don't forget the light! It sort of draws attention with its brilliance! Of course! Reminds me of two things. What two things? Newman's words that became a favorite comforting hymn. Guess it? Of course. Lead Kindly Light! Yes … Continue reading LIGHT-CENTERED
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