Seeded in the gloaming darkness beneath a Nepalese mountain lies an age-old woman. She is a colossus who cannot move. The weight of rock bears down on every piece of her. Sometimes she calls for help, but the little people in Nepal hear only a rumbling mountain and grow frightened.
Santosh Kalwar is author of several books. For more info, please visit http://kalwar.com.np.
Laxmi takes a deep breath and pulls back the velvet curtains. She closes her eyes and sings; her powerful voice rings loud and clear, echoing in the hall. Then, to thunderous applause, she bows.
Afterwards, she opens the microphone with a sigh, pours shampoo, and begins to wash her hair.
Santosh Kalwar works as a poet, writer and researcher. He is the author of 26 books, including Quote Me Everyday. For more info, please visit kalwar.com.np.