Sanjiva Wijesinha -writer and physician

Short stories, Travel and Health Information

Charlden Lodge

A Short story by Sanjiva Wijesinha It had been a long time since William had seen Charlden Lodge. Turning off the main road, he steered the vehicle carefully up the … Continue reading

May 30, 2020 · 2 Comments

Lucky Silva

A short story by Sanjiva Wijesinha Preamble: Unlike my last few stories, which are works of fiction, the events in this particular story are essentially true. I have changed some … Continue reading

May 23, 2020 · 4 Comments

Mr. Henry’s Roses

A Short Story – by Grégoire Crevier Preamble: Some years ago, while walking the pilgrim trail known as the Camino de Santiago in Spain, I had the privilege of meeting … Continue reading

May 16, 2020 · 4 Comments

Goodbye, Davo – a short story

The unexpected shell scored a direct hit on the Resuscitation Bay. One moment the team was hard at work, resuscitating the wounded soldier on the stretcher table – and the … Continue reading

May 9, 2020 · 2 Comments

Always a Princess – a short story

    It had, as usual, been an exhausting day for me and it was now time to leave. I had helped Sam to clear up while Lynne sat expressionless in … Continue reading

May 3, 2020 · 17 Comments

Old Friends – a short story

It was during his Oxford days, he remembered with a start, that he had first seen the list of names. Cut into the Portland stone at Rhodes House, proudly displayed … Continue reading

April 25, 2020 · 1 Comment

Doctor Uncle – a short story

“Good night, Sister. I’ll see you next month after I get back from Jaffna” “Good night, Doctor. Have a safe journey and don’t do any dangerous things.” “Thanks. I’ll try … Continue reading

April 19, 2020 · 8 Comments

A Life for a Life – a short story

The tall good-looking army officer rose from his chair, came around in front of his desk and extended his hand to Deborah Roth. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Miss … Continue reading

April 10, 2020 · 23 Comments

The Group of 56

Members of the Group of 56 with Chemistry teacher Mr. Errol Fernando. I had the inordinate privilege last weekend of attending the 60th reunion of my classmates. On 17th January … Continue reading

March 12, 2016
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