A truly empowering moment for me as a working mother came when I could choose to go on a 2.5 month long assignment to a different country, miles apart leaving my daughter behind. Why do I call it empowering? Thats because I could exercise my choice here, my free will, not obligated to make a… Continue reading Are women truly empowered in developed countries?
Category: Love & Relationships
Arranged Date #FridayFictioneers
“I am terrified of these rides, not sure I can handle it” said Jo, eyeing the monster “Tora Tora” fearfully. “This is so much fun, come on lets do it. I love such rides” Emma’s excited voice drowned his fearful one. Few minutes later, they were seen laughing as the capsule moved higher up. This… Continue reading Arranged Date #FridayFictioneers
Be the rainbow in someone’s life #FFFAW
Little Janah had a forlorn look on her face today. What a contrast to the radiant smile that she wore yesterday. It has been a memorable day. She had seen a rainbow on her way to school- a full rainbow as it shone- all the 7 colours vividly shining , brightening up the sky and… Continue reading Be the rainbow in someone’s life #FFFAW
Is money ruining your marriage?
A few days before I was to get married, my close friend’s mom gave me some advice which stood apart from the usual unwarranted advice I was receiving as a bride to be. She told me- “You might think that what I say is wrong and I am teaching you bad things like keeping secrets… Continue reading Is money ruining your marriage?
My imperfect kitchen which I treasure #FridayFictioneers
Sara is the perfect wife, mother, entrepreneur, daughter, activist- I count myself lucky to have found a life partner I look upto. Life was rough, we lived hand to mouth but with our hard work and luck, we are now millionaires. We live in a mansion. One thing that puzzles me is Sara has kept… Continue reading My imperfect kitchen which I treasure #FridayFictioneers
The cycle of life #SundayPhotoFiction
Adam roamed aimlessly on the streets of Venice- the beautiful city which held dear memories since decades. As a child, he clutched his Mumma’s hand as they walked on this very street- as his Mom bought some custard and pie and he had his weekly treat of popsicles. He then grew up and walked with… Continue reading The cycle of life #SundayPhotoFiction
A holiday with a difference #SundayPhotoFiction
Sam and Phil were back in mountains. Winter time meant skiing, snow boarding , endless cups of hot cocoa and bonding time as a family. Right from the time Sam was a baby, his parents Phil and Fiona made it a point to take him to the mountains every year during winters. This year it… Continue reading A holiday with a difference #SundayPhotoFiction
When Mommy met her baby after 3 months
“Making the decision to have a child is momentous, its It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking outside your body.” This wonderful quote by Elizabeth Stone is sure to resonate with every mom. The longest I have stayed away from my little bundle of joy is 2 days when I had… Continue reading When Mommy met her baby after 3 months
Finding my silver lining #FridayFictioneers
The test result was negative again, my hopes were crushed yet another time. The woollen cap I was knitting for my baby would not adorn its head now. Multiple visits to the gynec, series of tests and still no success. I had done it all- in the hope of becoming a mother. 5 years of… Continue reading Finding my silver lining #FridayFictioneers
The date which spelt mayhem #MicroMondays
They hooked up on Tinder,They were absolutely clear about what we wanted. SEX. And they had some crazy SEX that night. All stayed well for less than twenty-four hours. They bade goodbye and she rushed to the airport to pick up Sheena,her childhood buddy. I am getting married to the love of my life,confessed Sheena,showing… Continue reading The date which spelt mayhem #MicroMondays
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