Sometimes self-realization happens in the most unexpected of places. The reunion of the MBA batch of 1997, and a near-death experience, changed my outlook on
Author: Lakshmi Menon
Lakshmi an ex-banker, has a MBA in Finance. She is a dreamer, believer currently pursuing her creative interests in art, writing, plant parenting and upcycling. She is hopelessly positive and hopes to spread positivity with her writing.
My Philia, My Brother
I vividly remember the day you ambled into my life, A tiny bundle, swaddled in white, Coupled with excitement were fears galore, One glance at
The Reprisal
Chapter I Mumbai Mania Two days ago… I was on my way to work and got stuck in an awful traffic jam. A drive that
Health O Mania
The door opened, and a colorful crowd waltzed in. It was that time of the month when we saw a lot of visitors. They always
The Dewdrops and the Butterfly
One morning shrouded in mist The clouds gathered for a tryst Dewdrops seeking frolic and fun Descended long before the sun Waking birds and bees,
The Last Pharaoh
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The Audition
I was seated in my agent’s office, waiting for my turn to audition for a movie based on the life of Queen Yashodhara and Prince
Seeking Salvation
In search of the elysian fields, Meandering lands, jaunting seas, I pursued the elusive peace, Allured by the power it wields. Wading through the throes
The Little Blue Pill
A team of scientists in an R&D facility of Pfizer headed by Dr. Nicholas Terrett started working on a cardiovascular drug. 1989: Dr. Albert Wood
The Redemption
Chapter 1 Staying Alive Ek pyaar ka nagma hai, Maujon ki ravaani hai Zindagi aur kuch bhi nahi, Teri meri kahani hai The scorching sun
The Quest for Gold
“Mom, I want to participate in the marathon,” announced my eight year old daughter before heading for her afternoon siesta. Now, that would ordinarily make mothers
A Dog’s Tale
Emperor Rob sat entertaining his grandson. “Grandpa, can you tell me my favorite story once again?” asked the little one. With a smile, Rob began,
The Promise
“Wendy, you know how much I love you. I would be fortunate to grow old with you by my side. However, before I can think