Short stories, Series
I remember every single detail of the day my daughter was born. As the D-day approached, there was a moment when I hesitated, almost wishing for her to stay inside me, a touch of separation anxiety. Looking back on it now, I can’t help but smile at that fleeting thought. On the day of her …
Throughout my seven years of married life, I was consistently faced with inquiries such as, “You’ve been married for quite a while, and still no children?” My marital journey was untroubled until the diagnosis of PCOS marked the beginning of a challenging path. Despite sporadic support, there were moments of solitude, and I leaned on …
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 …