What we choose not to do And what we’re capable of, When put together, determine What our life’s made of. Cowering under pressure Or standing tall when in pain, Is like the huts that shelter Or get swept away in rain. Nothing ever comes to us easy When we leave our comfort zone, Like the… Read More Courage #writebravely
“I will not talk in the class again.” Chirag had to write on the board, 20 times. His friends in the first row cheered him on in hushed tones, “Hurry up!” Their teacher heard it on the last row and smiled. A wave of nostalgia engulfed her. Naughtiness sure helped one find friendship in school!… Read More Friendship #writebravely
The amusement in this mundane exercise was laced with underlying hope. Suddenly loving caretakers, good food, decent clothes and clean surroundings were comprehensible indications of what was to happen. With their rarely filled tummies and fast-pacing hearts, the children stood in a line with bated breaths. The couple wanting to adopt had arrived. God bless!… Read More The Hope #writebravely
He was amazed at the clarity of his thoughts while staring into the face of death. He had erred, first in forming relationships and second, in maintaining them. Did he deserve lying on his deathbed with no one by his side, then? He hoped not. Holding the pen, he opined, “I must seek their forgiveness.”… Read More 55 Fiction ~ Terminal #writebravely
He turned and looked at the worn wooden door. “Just one last time.” He promised himself. As his gaze lingered upon it for longer than he intended, he noticed the scant remnants of the faded orange paint on it. “I had done it up myself.” He reminisced. The door, once magnificent and still heavy, was amongst… Read More The Door #writebravely
The clock struck one She shuddered, terror-struck Anticipating timorously The door flinging open Her heart beat frantically Her palms sweaty, greasy Her eyes shut tight Every sound alarming her Then it happened, she knew Like it did every month His whole month’s pay Lost to gambling and drugs An errant tear rolled down As she… Read More Suffering #writebravely