If there was one person on whom everyone at Misty Meadows depended, it was Surekha didi. She worked as a maid-cum-cook in several houses in the community, and lived in a tiny one-bedroom outhouse in a corner of Misty Meadows. She was always punctual, always tidy, and always dependable. She had moved from a tiny … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #7: The Didi Everyone Counted On

Boo, the golden retriever, belonged to Tom Uncle. Technically. In reality, he was the pet of the entire community of Misty Meadows. He was pampered and loved by everyone. The children adored him. Every evening, Boo would stand by the playground, tongue hanging out, tail wagging enthusiastically, and barking at everything that happened around him. … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #6: The Dog Who Belonged To Everyone

Every morning, at exactly 6:15 AM, Misty Meadows echoed with the sound of shoes hitting the ground rapidly. Radha would be seen sprinting across the trail around the community every single day. She would wear an athletic outfit, a hair band, earphones plugged in, and of course, her trusty running shoes. To the residents of … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #5: The Woman with the Running Shoes

Thomas Uncle was one of the oldest residents of Misty Meadows. He was often seen carrying an old, faded, tattered bag slung over his shoulders. None of the residents knew what he kept inside it. But what everyone knew was that he was one of those people who could instantly brighten up the atmosphere with … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #4: The Cheerful Uncle and His Bag of Stories

A little note before we begin: This happens to be the 200th post on The Soulful Nib. When I started writing 10 years ago, I never imagined I would get to this number. What began as "just another passing hobby" turned out to become one of my strongest identities. My thoughts, perspectives, ideas and writing … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #3: The Girl with the Red Bicycle

Akash and Amritha stood out in Misty Meadows. While the rest of the residents often looked laid-back and unhurried, it wasn’t the case with this young couple who had recently moved into a modest 2BHK villa in Misty Meadows. It hadn’t been a long time since they moved in, but everyone had already noticed them. … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #2: The Young Couple with the Laptop

Misty Meadows is a small residential community tucked away somewhere in the hills of Karnataka. It isn't luxurious or sprawling. It is simply a collection of well-planned, well-built independent homes. There is plenty of greenery. A cobblestoned walking path winds through the community. There is a small children's play area where the sounds of cricket … Continue reading People of Misty Meadows #1: The Woman with the Book