Endearing Endurance

A wise man wanted to teach his four kids the fallacy of judging things too quickly and decides to send them on a journey, one after the other, to a distant tree.  Each youngster was sent in a different season.  At the end of the year, he brought his kids together and asked them what they’d seen. The youngster who’d travelled in winter(..)

Andaz Apna Apna

Andaz Apna Apna

Secret Superstar…  I am a product of India’s pre-internet(..)

One For The Wall

Two college friends go to a bistro. One of them orders a large cup of coffee, takes a couple of sips, and then leaves the rest. Annoyed, the second one questions him, “Why did you waste it?” The boastful youngster replies, “I bought this cup not to consume but to do my bit to create employment.” When we are young, frivolous ideologies often drive(..)

Gone with the Wind

Once upon a time, there was a contractor who built wooden houses along the seashore. He constantly advertised for carpenters. However, most people refused to work near the coast as they dreaded the awful raging storms that would wreak havoc on new construction.  Finally, a middle-aged applicant approached the contractor.  “Are you a responsible(..)

The Brave Coward

Once there lived a man who was always scared and would run away from everything he feared.  Tired of living a scared life, he went to a wise man for guidance, “Master, I have been a coward all my life.  Please teach me to be brave.” “Sure, but only on one condition,” Master replied.  “For one month, every stranger who crosses your path, tell(..)

Lonesome on Top

Lonesome on Top

  Life at the top is lonely. Especially for those born with a(..)

True Lies

Four medical students were waiting in the examination hall for their professor to arrive and administer the test. Ten minutes before the end of the test, she finally arrived, limping. After apologizing profusely for coming so late, she added, “Since the exam duration is nearly over, today’s test has only one question; moreover, I will make it easier by(..)

The Stroll of Grace

The Stroll of Grace

A Seamer’s Googly… Recently, an incident hijacked my(..)

It’s No Sacrifice!

It’s No Sacrifice!

Two stars & a fan… Houston. Last night. I hadn’t planned(..)

The Hermit’s Tree

The Hermit’s Tree

Good evening Cybage and welcome again to Pune’s most happening(..)

The Unblind Side of Faith

The Ducky Tales

Ducks are renowned for their waterproof feathers, and it’s amazing to watch them as they splash around.  The water forms beads on their back and rolls off in a no-nonsense fashion back into the pond.   Lesson?  A leader shouldn’t let personal problems weigh and distract from the goals. Ducks appear to glide smoothly along the surface of the water(..)

Trains, Planes, & Vishwanathan Anand
Wheel of Dharma

Wheel of Dharma

Commoditized in exclusivity… Sept 29, 3:00 pm.  It was an(..)

The DEF of Leadership

A group of children is playing near two railway tracks, one still in use, while the other disused. Only one intelligent child is playing on the dysfunctional track, the irresponsible rest on the operational track. A train approaches, and you happen to be in charge of the track interchange. You can make the train change its course to the disused track to(..)

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