Wordsmith at work

    I don’t quite remember when I began reading books written by the legendary author Ruskin Bond but I took to his writing like a duck takes to water. The simplicity of his writing appealed to me tremendously. I continue to read his work and eagerly wait for a new release because at ninety the man is still writing. The celebrated author turned 90 in May this year and said that he would continue writing for as long as possible. Mr. Bond, quips, “Just like old soldiers never die, they just fade away, old writers never die, they simply go out of print." Born in Kasuali on May 19th, 1934 Ruskin Bond in a career spanning 60 years has penned novels, essays, poems, short stories, and some spooky stories that are loved by adults and children alike.  He wrote his first short story, ‘The Untouchable’ when he was just 16.   The Illustrated Weekly of India serialized Mr. Bond’s first novel, ‘A Room on the Roof’ and another legend, cartoonist Mario Miranda created the...

  It's Your Ikigai That Matters... Create a vision of what you desire, Then strive for the success you want to achieve. Let your passion be your driving force. Don’t be haunted by past mistakes and regrets. Life is never hunky dory. It’s a chaotic world Your mental peace is precious. Competition creates challenges, It’s your ikigai that matters Nurture it, it’s good for your body and soul.  This post is part of the weekly blogchatterbloghop prompt. 

  Two Chirping birds     The alarm clock failed to ring and wake me at the usual hour but I was awakened from deep slumber by the sound of incessant chirping. I rubbed my sleep-laden eyes and turned my head towards the window… There perched on the sill were a crow and sparrow in animated conversation. I was annoyed that the alarm hadn’t gone off but couldn’t help smiling as I watched these two. I decided to listen in. Carl the crow – (cawing loudly) “Good morning Sally, how are you today?” Sally the sparrow : “I’m good. I’m still rejoicing over my lucky day, which was yesterday. I found a birdbath filled with water. I’m so grateful to the humans who care for us, especially during this hot summer. Besides, the bird feeder around the corner was full of tasty tidbits. Praise the Lord for Avian lovers.”   Carl the crow- Good for you! It’s good to begin the day on a positive note. Sally the sparrow : “Absolutely. However, I don’t understand these humans....