Sweet Smiles, Silent Wars, Chapter 10
Grandfather’s sister lives on the outskirts of the city, and he’s made a plan to take all of us to her place this Saturday evening. He’s quite excited—not just about the visit, but about showing off…
True Confidence
The Loop Most outer conflict springs from an inner fight.We crave peace, yet to stay in it is difficult.What rises to the surface is insecurity and anxiety.Subconsciously, we take up the fight—It is easier than facing…
Blue Dream – Chapter 9
Grandfather has a secret desire. Not so secret—we all know he wants to buy a big car for the family.(But getting Granny’s approval? Mission impossible.) Grandfather is a self-made man. Now he has the money.But Granny,…
Dangerous Species Chapter-8
Every day, school gets over by 1:30 p.m., and there’s a happy rush at the gate. No matter how bad the day was, both teachers and students feel the same joy. (Who says nothing is constant…
Ram Ladoo ki Chahat – Chapter 7
The next day at school, my friend Sonia bought a few Ram Laddoos from the canteen and shared them with me.(A tangy snack.) Oh my God, what to say about it…It melted in my mouth.The taste…
Papa and his Five Stars – Chapter 6
It made me feel like a big grown-up sister when Gauri, Teepu, Manu, and Suku—my younger siblings—all got admission to my school. I was thrilled. I told Sonia and my friends, “You know, today all four…
Scooter ki Shaan, Mandi Meri Jaan – Chapter 5
Granny often sent Papa out early in the morning to buy vegetables and fruits from the main sabzi mandi—one get all at cheap rate. Papa, happily agreed. The mandi fascinated him. With no Granny to supervise…
The Yellow Chariot, Chapter 4
Sonia, my best friend, travels by the school bus—a big, yellow, shiny new one that always gets the VIP spot right next to the school gate.All other private vehicles and cabs are pushed far away, like…
5 Kilograms of Love, Chapter -3
I came back home bragging about myself and how the art teacher had appreciated my painting in front of the whole class. My grandfather and papa were happy to hear it, but granny—sitting there with no…
Witch in the Museum, Chapter -2
Bhatia Sir announced, “We are going to the art museum tomorrow.”(He’s the best teacher, comes with the good news only) The next morning, I woke up early all by myself.(It’s a lucky day for Mom. No…