The pit of the stomach

The pit of the stomach is a funny place!
We see, hear, touch, smell, and taste... but it is all reflected in the pit of the stomach!
When u see something which u r not supposed to see, before your ears go numb, if you hear something not meant for you, When u touch something forbidden, when u taste that heady whiskey, or a grain vodka, your pit of the stomach gives its first warning!
When u are caught in a compromising situation, when you are outside the viva hall, or the Principal’s office, waiting to be grilled,
when the traffic policeman signals you to pull over,
when you are supposed to be somewhere, and you are so late that you don’t even feel like making an effort, when you are about to give up, the Pit of the stomach acts funny!
It is like this seventh sense. Like a fore-conscience. It warns you at the spinal level. You don’t have to think the situation. And it gives you the warning!
I have had my fair share of ‘Pit- Alerts!’
A confession.
I have done some things which I am not proud of, been through ‘definitely embarrassing' situations, and I had, at those instances, hated the feeling.
And the past few months.
I am now employed, taking a lot of responsibility. I have stopped my careless ways of getting things done. I reach my work place on time. (!)
I have minimal social life. I am far away from the Principal’s office! And I am a tad too careful on the road. To sum it up, I have been on my best behaviour recently.
Today I woke up late, and the first thought was, ‘shit, it's only 17 days to the exam.’
And the all so familiar sensation was back... Not just back, but ‘gut wrenching’ back-in its full glory..
And I am happy to have it back! Reminds me of all those ‘fun’ and carefree days!