A collection of five Sikh fiction short stories, exhibiting the Sikh ethos and lifestyle of Chardi Kala (ever ascending spirits).

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Amolak - It is Araceli's first visit to a Gurudwara, and unknown to her she receives and brings back precious blessings that will save her family.

Badla - Narinder and Ramesh are childhood friends from a small village in rural Panjab. When Narinder's mother falls seriously ill, Ramesh helps his best friend.

Anth - He had wasted his childhood in games and play, his youth chasing after material wealth, and his old age in lamenting about his lost youth. Now, at death's door, his life was full of pain and regret.

Intehaan - Baghel Kaur is nervous about her martial arts test, but she receives inspiration and courage when she remembers her maternal grandmother and her words.

Phal - Sometimes nature decides to overturn even the most ingrained cultural customs and biases.