Snigdha Poonam’s Dreamers brings to light the struggles and aspirations of the Indian youth. In a society that is brimming with job seekers, the paucity of employment propels these young Indians into doing whatever it takes to make ends meet. Filled with political stances and the desire to break through the gateway of modernism, this book bringsContinue reading “Book Review — Dreamers by Snigdha Poonam”
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Wherever Tomorrow Is
Tomun was an unusual man. Despite his enthralling anecdotes, no one knew where he came from. His battered passport was the only thing that stood out amongst his bare minimum possessions. He looked to be about 70, but you wouldn’t have guessed so from his demeanor. His frail hands had more might than the office-goersContinue reading “Wherever Tomorrow Is”
Thoughts For The Long Run
14th February brings with it a mixture of sentiments. The singles are about to be bombarded with cutesy pictures and quotes on their social media. The couples are scrambling to concoct the “perfect” gesture for each other. And the in-betweeners are standing around, awkwardly, wondering if their efforts are misplaced. Amidst all the hullabaloo, sometimes,Continue reading “Thoughts For The Long Run”
Of Denials and Freefalls
Hemingway once said, “Write hard and clear about what hurts.”. Agreed. Our emotions are extremely heightened when we suffer a blow. But life is a game of juxtaposition, of myriad highs and lows – neither of which can truly assuage the other’s grasp on our disposition. So today, I am going to write about what makesContinue reading “Of Denials and Freefalls”
Oh, the quandary!
All this thinking. This relentless reasoning And persistent pondering Leads nowhere. Not now. The wonted adjustments And clinging to the familiar. The dreams of new And varied days. They don’t meet. A thousand words Walk down every alley. As i holler songs about Being young & me. They don’t rhyme. The wishing well, The magicContinue reading “Oh, the quandary!”
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