Published inAbout Me Stories·PinnedMember-onlyAbout Me — Fatima ImamThe metamorphosis from a Historian to a Poet — After spending 50+ years on the planet, I am just living for myself and enjoying every moment. I’ll like to call myself a student of life. Being born in an intellectually wealthy family in India’s most culturally diverse cities, Lucknow, gave me a clear perspective that knowledge leads to success…About Me4 min readAbout Me4 min read
Published inThe Lark·21 hours agoMember-onlyIrretrievableHopeless condition — What happens to the words when they don’t appear in print? Do they linger around our minds or wither away? What happens to the breaths not taken rhythmically? Do they go to disrupt our mental peace? What happens to suppressed feelings if the words refuse to help us? Do they get…Creativity1 min readCreativity1 min read
Published iniPoetry·1 day agoMember-onlyUnidentifiableUnrecognizable in the crowd I want to be seen through my words. I want to be remembered for my words. I want to be loved for my ideals. I want to be heard about my revolutionary thoughts. I want to be known as a courageous person. I want to be admired…Creativity1 min readCreativity1 min read
Published inDancing Elephants Press·1 day agoMember-onlyA Brilliant Mind, Par Excellence Intellectual with a Beautiful HeartDancing Elephants Press weekly prompt 35 of 52 — Out of the many gems I hold close to my heart are those who have profoundly influenced me. Three things impress me the most about a person-their vibrant personality, trendsetters in style and elegance, and mastery in multiple languages. …Writing3 min readWriting3 min read
Published inThe Lark·May 28Member-onlyBetrayals in Relationships Are Easy to DetectIf we keep strict vigilance — a cat’s perspective — My hooman has been cheating on me. Of course, I’m devastated. You cannot imagine the pain of betrayal, especially when it comes after eleven years of sheer bliss. I don’t deserve this level of deceit, that too, with such blatant disrespect for my feelings. 😼😼 I readily agree that the…Fiction4 min readFiction4 min read
Published inThe Lark·May 24Member-onlyImagination Needs No Impetus to Run WildIf we use it wisely and creatively — Two arch enemies had locked horns in deadly combat, one becoming a martyr saving the world while the other being hailed as a hero for eternity. …Fiction4 min readFiction4 min read
Published inThe Lark·May 19Member-onlyMother’s Love is Immortal and Defies LogicFacts are scarier and stranger than fiction — Elizabeth, aka Lizzy, Locksmith, dropped on the hard floor of her apartment one night at the age of 59, and for several minutes even the paramedics could not revive her. While she lay motionless, her soul was screaming at the highest pitch in the darkness, somewhere where her voice was…Fiction3 min readFiction3 min read
Published inThe Lark·May 14Member-onlySix Personality Traits to Avoid for a Successful ExistenceA cat’s perspective — Hiya! 😻 I’m back with a lesson highlighting the quirky habits, irritating personality traits, and intolerable attitudes and how having any of these elements is not advisable. 😼 Don’t get any ideas; I’m still perfect, and even with these qualities, my life is treating me well. …Short Story4 min readShort Story4 min read
Published inDancing Elephants Press·May 12Member-onlyFree From the Madding Crowd in the Lap of NatureIn response to DEP Weekly Prompt 30 of 52 The environment around the home makes it easier to lead healthier and happier lives. For me, the vibe of the neighborhood is also important, so I pay particular attention to the safety and diversity in the area, as well. So far…Nature4 min readNature4 min read
Published inThe Lark·May 8Member-onlyClassic Critique of Patriarchy Reimagined in the 21st Century*Smart women refuse to become victims** — When I came to the haunted house that summer, it was a revolting and nauseating sight. I didn’t like the house, the village, or the aura of the place. …Short Story5 min readShort Story5 min read
