Somehow I'm wary of cocksure people. More so because I am a firm believer in the relativity of everything in this Universe. I don't know many absolutes and I don't mind that. I prefer it actually. If I have learnt anything in my life of 25 years it is this: everything changes. And if there... Continue Reading →
Ghalib Memorial
Previously, I have written about Mirza Ghalib when I had finished reading the book Mirza Ghalib: A Biographical Scenario by Gulzar. I read about his house and the lanes where he strolled. Here are a few pictures from the present day Ghalib Memorial at Ballimaran, Delhi. The nearest metro stop is Chawri Bazaar. "Garcha hai mulke Deccan... Continue Reading →
When it comes from within
There is blessing in silence. In slowing down and stopping. In stopping and watching each moment of your life pass by. In counting your breaths and counting the stars in between of counting your breaths. In taking the time to walk and reflect on why we run. In looking at the distance and see the... Continue Reading →
For want of a little courage…
I saw the movie Barfi! Although I was expecting it to blow me away and seep into my heart like it did for multitudes of people, I am disappointed to admit that none of that happened to me. I walked into the theatre solemn and nonchalant and I walked out of it disappointed and reflective.... Continue Reading →
Happiness!
There is a lot of happiness in the air. If it were possible, I would see red and white confetti swirling and descending from the skies. I would see the sunlight skidding on the surface of lakes. I would see small huts made with glistening honey held upright with butterscotch forming a kaleidoscope during the day. I would... Continue Reading →
Great Expectations
The elevator of the building I stay in doesn't work. It's on its death bed. Sometimes, it finds the courage to shuttle people between floors and at others it's resting, groaning, and waiting for Almighty to call its name. When I leave for office, it doesn't work. When I return from office, it doesn't work.... Continue Reading →
Earrings
Earrings. The ones that I looked at through glass. The ones that lay on a purple, velvet cushion in the window of the biggest shop in the town. They had filigree carved on them so that sunlight could pass through them like it does through the branches of a tree. *** And when I looked... Continue Reading →
A Hug, Please?
I came across this image recently, and it made me smile—a wide smile. Here's another one for my equine love. P.S.: I would like a hug too. Related Post: http://amarllyis.wordpress.com/2012/08/01/equine-fondness/
A World Without Borders
Sometimes, I wish I could live in a world without borders; any kind of borders. I wish I could rise above my anger and not allow it to overpower my sanity. I wish that I could forgive without someone inside me asking me to; and then forget. I wish that I could let go of... Continue Reading →
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