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
Proud of being Brown #WOW #ShortStory
Naira looked at her image in the mirror and cursed her luck again. I must have done something to displease the Gods, thats the reason I have been cursed with this dark skin which everyone detests. Known as the black sheep of the family, not due her deeds but due to the colour of her… Continue reading Proud of being Brown #WOW #ShortStory
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 bad boss syndrome-Beat it, now #WriteProBlogger #WriteBravely
A good friend once told me – People change jobs not so much because of the company, pay or facilities but most often due to people. This thought struck a chord with me as I reflected upon my corporate journey for the past 10 years. I always looks back at my initial days as a… Continue reading The bad boss syndrome-Beat it, now #WriteProBlogger #WriteBravely
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
Closure #FridayReflections
Ridhi bit her lower lip, she always did that when she was tensed. She was visiting her hometown after 4 years. The peace and tranquility after a maddening schedule in London ought to calm her down. This was the place she was born and raised, where she made her first friends and foes and her… Continue reading Closure #FridayReflections
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