Little Holly was bubbling with excitement. She had just finished her poster with the words “LOVE” written neatly in bold. Dad had a sombre look, she couldn’t fathom why. It was Dad and Mom’s 10th wedding anniversary and Dad had arranged for Mom and her best friend Natasha to go on a all girls trip… Continue reading The Proposal #FFFAW #FlashFiction
Category: family
The wait #FridayFotoFiction
An elaborate meal was ready and the kettle had just been set on the stove- it was time for her boy to return home.She looked forward to this time of the day when he came running up the stairs, she would open the door before he could ring the bell and envelope him in a… Continue reading The wait #FridayFotoFiction
Life will never be the same again #FridayFictioneers
Leila squinted her eyes as she looked at the tinned roof and the cracked windows- the place she would now have to get used to living in. Her new home. Memories of the tumultuous 2 days came flashing by where she and her folks were driven away from their land, she saw her own house… Continue reading Life will never be the same again #FridayFictioneers
The Date #FFFAW #Flash Fiction
Ryan adjusted his tie once more, he was really excited today. A date after a very long time. His busy work schedule and family responsibilities meant very little time for himself. The setting was perfect, one of their favourite coffee shops where they sipped many a latte and devoured blueberry cheesecake, laughed, cried, created wonderful… Continue reading The Date #FFFAW #Flash Fiction
Amnesia #FridayFotoFiction
Raj stared at the images on the pin board- they seemed to be telling him a story-his story. The charismatic dare devil life of Raj Saksena, the top FBI cop who was well known and has solved many high profile cases. An accident which led to memory loss had wiped out everything- from his name… Continue reading Amnesia #FridayFotoFiction
Grampy’s Day Out #FridayFictioneers #FlashFiction
Grandma Sarah fondly known as Grampy is on the moon today.She is all set to make that maiden solo trip at the age of 65.As she ticks off her checklist,she suddenly realises she has no comfy canvas shoes with her. The family starts suggesting buying a pair, borrowing it from Mary,Lina or someone else. The… Continue reading Grampy’s Day Out #FridayFictioneers #FlashFiction
Envy #FFFAW #FlashFiction
Little Riya looked at the skyscraper in awe. Bright lights shone in every window. A picture perfect life of those living in the cosy homes with lots of good food, life’s comforts, those picturesque family holidays, good clothes- they had everything. She yearned to taste this high life, for a day atleast. Alas, wishes dint… Continue reading Envy #FFFAW #FlashFiction
The Connection #FridayFotoFiction
Looking at them will leave one perplexed.There was nothing in common.A older Muslim man and a young Christian lad.They were as different as chalk and cheese-and yet they were often seen together.The old man lovingly held the younger man’s hand,his eyes spoke a thousand words- love,pain,gratitude. The guy is a Christian-what business do you have… Continue reading The Connection #FridayFotoFiction
Role Reversal #FridayFictioneers #FlashFiction
I couldn’t focus on work.This was a big decision we had taken.The stakes were high. In a society where a mother is considered a primary caregiver- we had chosen to defy these rigid norms.After my 4 months paid maternity break,I was back at work. As a Director and a stellar career which I loved, I… Continue reading Role Reversal #FridayFictioneers #FlashFiction
An ode to my grandparents #LoveJatao
September 10th is Grandparents Day- a day to celebrate the special bond, say a thank you, give a hug and make our beloved grandparents feel special. Though, we shouldn’t really a day to do that, the feelings and love should be everyday. I have never met my paternal granddad and I do not have many… Continue reading An ode to my grandparents #LoveJatao