Category: Writings

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My Mother and Her Stories

A madeup story about my mother's storytelling and how it was shaped by my mother's emotions, mood swings, and personal experiences. Despite her narcissism, she was a captivating storyteller who influenced my appreciation for narratives. Through her, I learned about life, empathy, and the power of a well-told story. Our parents are our first teachers, and I've come to cherish the valuable lessons learned from my mother's unique storytelling.

Short Story | The Sleeping Child

The narrator reflects on life's paradoxes while putting a child to sleep. The author ponders the innocence of childhood and the complexities of adulthood, likening life to an endless carnival. The carnival symbolises the ups and downs of human existence, where moments of joy and laughter contrast with grim realities. After the child awakens, it's time for the child's feed.

A Dish for a Stubborn Son-in-Law

A man, after loving a dish, Kohzhukatai, at his mother-in-law's home, forgets its name and replaces it with gibberish, 'Atrimaku'. Upon return, he demands his confused wife to prepare 'Atrimaku', resulting in her abuse when she can't deliver. A neighbour's mention of Kohzhukatai resolves the confusion, and the wife creates the desired dish, calming the situation.

Vamana Avatar – Three Steps to Downfall

After being humiliated and dismissed by Adithya, the CEO of a successful company, stockbroker Sunil sets out to extract revenge. He befriends and exploits Adithya's compulsive gambler right-hand man, Vikram, unearthing a secret company that Adithya runs for personal profit. By publicizing the information, Sunil ruins Adithya's reputation causing him to lose his stakeholder's confidence, marriage, and financial standing.