Damodar Uncle was a busy man- a rich, ambitious, talented man who was busy travelling the world and making millions of dollars.Everyone envied him- a palatial house,the best cars,a happy wife and kids and a stellar career. His wife Savitri had just one complaint- spend time with me and the kids. But it was always… Continue reading Its time that we don’t have- #FFFAW #FlashFiction
Tag: relationships
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
Bonobology- The true story about relationships
As a blogger – I am passionate about writing on varied topics and am constantly looking for new platforms to project my work on. There are numerous websites which cater to parenting, women, fashion, food, lifestyle but I never found something that focusses solely on relationships. With the changing urban landscape- the dynamics of relationships… Continue reading Bonobology- The true story about relationships
Memories #FridayFotoFiction
Ryan and Reena were the couple everyone envied. Made for each other,talented, rich, famous,he a renowned pianist and she a gifted singer. Her melodious voice lightened the room and his notes perfectly in sync,blended harmoniously in. A tragic accident which claimed her life and sent him into the chasms of loneliness, he vowed never to… Continue reading Memories #FridayFotoFiction
Aaji #FridayFotoFiction
I saw her in the park every day, a lady in her mid 60’s everyone called her “Aaji”. A crisp cotton saree, hair neatly tied and a book in her hand. An English magazine like Women’s Era or Femina or a heavy duty novel like Ayn Rand. She buried her head in the book and… Continue reading Aaji #FridayFotoFiction
Letter to a feminist from the 50’s #WTFOW #WriteBravely
Dear Dadi, It feels a bit odd to be writing a letter to you when I know you are fast asleep in the bedroom right next to me. But there are so many things that I have always wanted to say and at times they may not come out verbally as beautifully as they do… Continue reading Letter to a feminist from the 50’s #WTFOW #WriteBravely
The resource that lies within #WTFOW #WriteBravely
When I first read the prompt for Day 2, I was perplexed. My initial interpretation was of a quality I possess which helps me and enriches my life. But when I asked about this topic to my brother and a good blogger friend they came out with a totally different interpretation. They told me about… Continue reading The resource that lies within #WTFOW #WriteBravely
My biggest treasure that I cherish-#WTFOW
Its been a long and tiring day at work. The first week of the month for anyone working in finance is always a nightmare. Funnily we call it month end though its the start of a new month. That’s because we finalise the pnl and balance sheet of the firm for the prior month. Now… Continue reading My biggest treasure that I cherish-#WTFOW
The magic wand
I was 12 years old when I first watched the popular shows “I dream of Jeanie” and “Bewitched” where the protagonist had magical powers. They just had to wish for something, tap their fingers and lo behold! They would get what they wished for. I was fascinated and wondered what if I were to get… Continue reading The magic wand
Being Myself- Unapologetic
The perfectly cooked, neither burnt nor raw, round chapatis laden with desi ghee neatly stacked one on top of the other lay in the casserole. Dal tadka and aloo shaak, peas pulao and boondi raita- and today’s speciality gajar ka halwa adorned the dinner table. A skill every woman ought to master to rule her… Continue reading Being Myself- Unapologetic
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