The bar door swung open and she automatically turned around.
She paled under the heavy make up and instantly turned her back to him.
What was he doing here? When had he gotten out of jail? And of all the places why come here? Had he come looking for her? Hadn’t she hidden her tracks well enough?
She slipped on her over large dark glasses and fluffed her blonde wig. She wondered if she could slip out before he…
“Hello Gorgeous.” He loomed behind her.
She froze.
“Let me buy you a drink.” His voice was low, seductive.
He hadn’t recognized her!
“No thanks,” she mumbled.
“Just one drink Baby,” He leered at her
Shuddering she jerked her arm away.
He caught hold of her arm. “Don’t act so pricey!”
Blood rushed to her head. Enough was enough. She knew how to handle unwanted customers.
She turned back to the counter. “Drink is on me.” She signaled the bartender.
“Cool.” He ran a finger down her bare arm.
Her wavering resolution firmed.
Instead of the usual one tablet, she dropped five tablets into his drink.
Nobody paid any attention to his slumped body or her when she left the bar.
Tears of regret streamed down her cheeks.
If only she had taken the doctor’s advice and opted for the abortion 22 years ago.
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I was trying to capture the Sun in the sky and look what I got – a family’s day out on the beach 🙂
A (tiny) bit wiser, I actually tried to ‘compose’ a shot – probably my first ever. It’s unedited, nope not even cropped. What do you think – did it work?
I have to confess I liked the boat more than its reflection. But the greenery is nicely reflected in the water isn’t it?
My entire focus was on the peacock but the glass door reflection is just as eye catching don’t you think?
Look! Diamonds on the floor 😀
“I must be willing to give up what I am in order to become what I will be.” Albert Einstein
Get up at the crack of dawn – actually even before that to catch the Sun rise.
Then be too captivated to leave the mesmerising pull of the ocean, the rising sun, the spraying surf, the salty tangy wind messing up your hair (and heart), the shrieks of carefree laughter fun and frolic.
We managed to drag ourselves away only to gape in awe and wonder at the intricate designs and workmanship.
Explore the quaint sleepy town in search of a highly recommended rooftop cafe which was closed for repairs
And land up for dinner at the very same place we had first thought of staying at while shortlisting hotels.
And off again for a picturesque boat ride to Paradise beach.
But Paradise beach was anything but. The hot sun and sand deterred us from venturing out into the tempting waters. But, I have to confess that we were the only ones to beat a hasty retreat. The others had come armed with food, beachwear and hats. But the sand was really hot….
In our defence, there were other greener pastures and bigger goals to be achieved – after a long trudge in the blistering heat.
Matrimandir, at the Auroville is a modern structure built for the practice of Yoga. Matrimandir has a lotus-shaped dome almost 30 meters high and is covered by golden discs that reflect sunlight.
Auroville is an experimental township or a universal town, designed by famous architect Roger Anger. Auroville is a popular tourist attraction of Puducherry. Another view of the Matrimandir framed through the trees – which view do you prefer?
On the way despite the heat I marvel at the sticks and stones
Be grateful for any shaded paths
It was an exhilarating trip no doubt but by the end of it I was guilty of sidelining the massive banyan tree and making a beeline for the bus.
It can be plain old mud, fine as dust, scattered by a gust of wind or washed away in a summer shower.
Yet, add a measure of water, light a fire and it can become almost anything you would like it to be – earthenware
or terracotta buildings that can last centuries.
They carried their footwear in their hands while they cut across from one gate to another. Notice anything out of the ordinary? Burqa clad women, in deference to Hindu sentiment, also walk across the temple complex, barefoot.
Don’t they look like unruly children trying to escape? And do check out the tiny top hat on the middle rod – Warden in charge perhaps 😉
Look what I found in my mum’s garden! Not at all camera shy 😀
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