Short stories, Series
During my mother’s pregnancy with my younger brother, the question from friends and family was a constant refrain: “Do you want a baby brother or sister?” Despite lacking a solid reason, my response remained unwavering: “I want a baby sister.” In the hospital’s reception area, alongside my father, we awaited news while my mother was …
Towards the end of November 2017, I received the life-changing news that I was pregnant after taking a urine pregnancy test (UPT). Having faced disappointment with negative results throughout my journey of trying to conceive, I was inclined to dismiss the test strip without a second thought. However, to my utter disbelief, I was greeted …
I remember every single detail of the day my daughter was born. When the D-day had arrived, for a moment I was like no let her stay inside of me. Separation anxiety. When I recollect about it today, I smile at that thought. When my gynaecologist asked my husband if it was a boy or …
“How many kids do you have?” “For how long have you been married?” “When are you going to give us the good news?” “I do not know what karma we have done ” “In the very first year of marriage, she had a child.” Sony had to hear this time and again in her seven …
I have a vivid memory of my inaugural flight: a journey from Bangalore to Chennai in January 2011, accompanied by my husband. The purpose was a Visa interview for our travel to the United States of America. Taking a day off from work without disclosing the reason, I was newly married and enthusiastic. My husband …
Lakshmi (name changed), a domestic worker known for her vibrant personality and punctuality, arrived at work dressed neatly each day. She exuded energy and never took breaks from her duties. Lakshmi, who was married to Hari (name changed), a vegetable vendor, had three sons. However, there was concern when Lakshmi didn’t show up for work …