The Light of The Tower

Rosy thought of new stories to keep her daughter engaged.

From their terrace, they could see a beautiful tower.

During the day, the tower sparkled with sun-rays.

Rosy narrated how a princess stayed there and the sun sent her gifts- light!

Her daughter said that the sun also sent them gifts and their terrace too had light!

Photo Prompt- Dale Rogerson

During the night, they saw the dark tower.

The Ted Talk

In a clubhouse, members were sharing their childhood memories.

Sara shared about her best friend- Ted.

Ted listened to Sara attentively, played whichever game she wanted, and threw no tantrums.

 

Actually, Ted could not speak.

Sara tried to get Ted to talk.

Ted had lost his voice.

Doctors had given up hope.

Sara persisted.

Photo Prompt- Ted Strutz

The Bridge of Diligence

 The villagers had always wanted a bridge.

During the rainy season, boatmen either didn’t come or didn't dare to ferry passengers.

School students suffered.

Some diligent students, who didn't want to miss school, used to swim to attend school.

The villagers had communicated during meetings with politicians.

All letters to leaders had been in vain.

Governments came and went; the river had no bridge…

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Photo Prompt- Sandra Crook

The Palace Rose Garden

The travellers went to the palace.

"Photography is not allowed inside", their Guide warned.

 

When Dia saw the palace, she walked as though she knew the place. 

Photo Prompt- David Stewart

"A beautiful Princess once lived here", the Guide informed.

The Storm Shall Pass

There was a severe thunder-storm.

The day seemed like night.

There was no electricity.

She could barely see anything.

Photo Prompt- Dale Rogerson

The tree in the backyard crashed on her cottage.

There was dust everywhere.

Strong winds were on her face.

She fainted...

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"Now, slowly open your eyes..."

The Dream Car

Everyone in their neighbourhood owned a car. 

Little Eva too owned one- a small old toy-car.

Eva always dreamt of cars.

But, they were so poor…

Even if they did get a car, paying for the fuel would be a challenge.

Eva’s dream car just used air as fuel!

While others built "castles in the air", Eva built cars in the air!

Photo Prompt- Brenda Cox