by Debashree Basak | Dec 28, 2021 | Short Stories, Life
The wafting aroma of honey cake from the nearby café triggered my nostalgia. ‘Twas the same café that had witnessed two souls falling in love. The mandatory tea, honey cake and shortbread cookies were her absolute favorite which eventually forged its way into my...
by Debashree Basak | Dec 24, 2021 | Poetry
Contemporary circus of hideous judgements Embrace all women, despite juggling with utmost finesse Akin to those highly skilled, self-reliant acrobats Balancing every arduous act with great panache. The bull whip of sky rocketing expectations Sabotages the...
by Debashree Basak | Nov 28, 2021 | Poetry
Shimmering icy serenade Adorns bare trees with crystal crowns Cold Nature in crystal white gowns Caressing eyes with pure white shade Wintry willow wands pirouette In tandem with the drafty winds Stirring their wintry dreams They remain grounded on the frozen...
by Debashree Basak | Sep 28, 2021 | Short Stories
Since the time I was born, I was incarcerated within the morbid, chaotic prejudices. I yearned for a breather to break free the feigned passage of time. None seemed to approve of my ‘non-girlish’ dreams I was compelled to believe my dreams were delusional. Albeit,...
by Debashree Basak | Sep 28, 2021 | Poetry
To every impediment of life I express my heartfelt gratitude For succoring me to fend for myself And thrive commensurate with the existing conditions Oblivious to the “what people will say” jargon. Every time I emotionally invested myself To the point of mental...
