A man who is the poorest person of all. He has nobody. He sleeps anywhere he finds a place. He remains hungry for months and months and whatever he gets to eat are scrapes and leftovers. He gets into the ladies’ compartment of a local train, not knowing or caring that it is only for… Continue reading All of Us are Living Under His Kind, Watchful Gaze
I was in Pune recently and visiting a bookstore was one of the top things on my mind. After searching online, I selected a bookstore based on its proximity to my hotel and reviews. Shabda Books and Library in Pune is a small bookstore that is worth a visit. Shabda Books and Library This tiny… Continue reading A Small Bookstore with a Unique Collection of Books in Pune
The sun hosts a show for the trees It throws on them A bright spotlight of yellow, pink, and red The long leaved branches get their hair tips tinged With the shiny gold tone of the sun And the trunks get draped in a dress made From the rays of the dipping sun The performance… Continue reading At Sunset
Pondicherry is vibrant with its French style architectural buildings, lively beach spots, and picturesque cafes serving delicious meals and beverages. One thing that the place is not so well known for is its bookstores. This needs to change, I feel. Although, I have been to just one bookstore in Pondicherry, it was enough to make… Continue reading A Must-Visit Quaint Bookstore in Pondicherry
Stars in the sky They are most bright Most beautiful tonight They are not in abundance But just a few here and there The wind runs with quick steps Making the hair on my arms stand It is so strong it feels like It is blowing the stars farther apart Stars in the sky Each… Continue reading Stars in the Sky
How do you name the satisfying feeling of knowing someone has taken care of your loved one in your absence? How do you express the feelings of longing and sadness that accompany you after leaving a place that you visited for even a few days? The English language may not have enough words for them… Continue reading New Words to Express Your Emotions Aptly
How are you all? Well, I have had a crazy past month which doesn’t appear to become sane any time soon. The entire 2022 was madder for me and my family. It started with all of us contracting the C virus and ended with my mother being hospitalised for her long-ignored diseases. Somewhere around March,… Continue reading My Single Goal for 2023 is to Be Happy
Sunrise or sunset- which one do you love the most? I like the sunset the most. Nothing else compares to the joy and nice feeling I get from it. How wonderful it will be I imagine, sitting every day and not doing anything. Just sit beside the setting sun. How soothing that would be! You… Continue reading Rising or Setting Sun- Your Pick?
She left her earthIn search of the sun On and on she went But couldn't find the giant burning ball"Did you see the sun? Did you see the sun?"Thus she would ask Saturn, Moon, Galaxies and whatever else she metBut she couldn't find the flaming torchAnd she reached the end of the skyIf the vast… Continue reading Whatever You Seek You are Seeking Yourself
Life comes to you in moments Sometimes dressed as day Sometimes as night Can you hold them in your palms tight? No Absolutely not For moments are soft and temporary and light Like rays Don't try to grab them Just live them Just live them
