My last post for Write Tribe was about leaving India for a 2.5 months work assignment in Zurich. It was a tough call as a mother but the unflinching support of my family and blogger friends is what made this a reality.Here is my last post which saw so many comments where everyone encouraged me.… Continue reading I died to be reborn again #WriteBravely #WriteProBlogger
Category: Parenting
Mommy’s Days Out #WriteBravely #WriteProBlogger
I am participating in The Write Tribe Problogger October 2017 Blogging Challenge. The prompt for today is Terminal. While the interpretation of the this prompt can be several things, I choose the literal one “Airport Terminal”. I couldn’t think of a better way of expressing my emotions as I sit and type this post in the International Terminal… Continue reading Mommy’s Days Out #WriteBravely #WriteProBlogger
The last goodbye from a mother to her child #WriteBravely #WriteProBlogger
I am participating in The Write Tribe Problogger October 2017 Blogging Challenge . The prompt for today is Nostalgia. While we usually associate nostalgia with happy memories, it may not always be the case. At times, it could be longing to go back to the past and reminiscence those moments of pain, simply because those memories are all you have of someone… Continue reading The last goodbye from a mother to her child #WriteBravely #WriteProBlogger
With Mom and Dad #FridayFictioneers #FlashFiction
Harry stood at the deck, the moon illuminated the sky- it was a picture perfect sight. His Mama and Dad stood beside him- one perfect,happy family. He froze this thought in a corner of his heart,alas it was but a wish. Constant fights, followed by separation- it was a broken home. As he took the… Continue reading With Mom and Dad #FridayFictioneers #FlashFiction
The Proposal #FFFAW #FlashFiction
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
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
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
The day she stopped crying
She wriggled out of her mother’s womb and entered this world with a ear piercing cry. They rejoiced her birth- crying is a healthy sign for a new born, they said She was a toddler now and she cried for more milk, more sleep. Ah babies cry for everything, don’t take it seriously they said.… Continue reading The day she stopped crying
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
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