Life has a way of testing you in different ways. As they say, “our lives in this world is like an examination, yet each one has a different paper.” Yes, a different paper, and that paper keeps changing also! “As you get used to one channel, life changes the channel!” Is another one of my …
My Dad gets a new life!
Wondering why I’ve been so quiet? I’ve been through the works, last week. Taking care of two elderly parents is a responsibility with its beautiful moments and very difficult moments also. Last week had the difficult moments…. Remember, when my mother fainted last month, when I’d gone to service my car? Well, this time …
More respect for the man in our lives…
I know all the feminists would want to kill me, for this blog. But sweetie, I believe in truth. The fact is that people are cruel, whether they are men or women. There are the good, the bad and the ugly among both genders, and I’m sure among the in-between genders too! About six …
Are my children becoming orphans?
Whether you work or not to work outside your home, this is a possibility. Calm down please! I know, it is an emotional topic. – But very important. There are busy spells in everyone’s life. You can get caught up in your job or your husband’s job or it may be a family event, and …
Caring for elderly parents and parents-in-law.
I have a mentor with a great sense of humor. She said “Why is it written in the Holy Quran, that you must take care of your parents without a single ‘uff’ from your side? – (He never said that for taking care of your children!) Because He knows, your parents will create situations which …
60th Wedding Anniversary.
Here are points for any married couple to learn ……. My parents celebrated their golden anniversary on June 25th 2016. On that wonderful day, their daughter (that’s me) and granddaughters took them out to dinner, and afterwards my father presented my mother with a beautiful diamond ring. Every married couple would like to know how …
Happy birthday Mummy.
It is about your awesome journey so far… you are 82 years old on November, 7th 2016. Your getting married to a Captain in the army in East Pakistan, made it a news story in the papers. You were so courageous. Your Muslim friend Surraya, had warned you “these Muslims can be quite awful, don’t …
My Mentor and My Ideal: My Father.
I had to share my thoughts with you now, when I found out that you are unwell and I was missing you so much. You have always been such a central part of my life. I don’t like knowing you are lying in hospital now, and I’m here across the world from you. I’m a little comforted …
Nadiya, Happy Birthday
“I think God changed His mind right at the end.” My Mom said to me when you were born. While expecting you, I was sure you were a boy, as you were very active. It seems she was right. You grew up to be a real tom boy, your favorite dress was tee-shirt with …