As far as I can remember, life has been fast paced, yet exciting. The end of last year and beginning of this year have been no exception. Attended SDPI conferences December 6th to 9th, 2016: Starting from early December when I was invited to the annual conferences by SDPI (Sustainable Development Policy Institute.) Well, …
This topic has been on my mind for a while. What triggered it was a parcel that arrived for me a few days ago – that too, during a delicate conversation going on in my lounge – so it was even more welcome. My friends in Lahore, never forget me when they exchange gifts …
A conversation between Me and Myself here, begins with Me saying…. “Why make new year resolutions?” “Why not?” Asks Myself. “One never follows it.” Me, again. “Ok don’t. But at least there is a record of what you planned, and what didn’t work out. Otherwise, there isn’t any record of your ‘doings’ and ‘not doings’….!” …
“Faizan, can you come with me to see a car?” “Why not, but I don’t know anything about cars.” “You can pretend that you do! Just keep quiet and go with me.” “Ok, I’ll go with you.” we were anyways going to the ETO office to try to find a way out of the …
Today is your birthday, I want to thank you for all you have done for me. I’m truly indebted to you for giving me this country of my own. A country where I belong, and which is mine. I know, that you and many others with you gave your tomorrows to give us our todays. …
The home office will become a reality in almost every home. The world is changing. Well it has been changing all along. But more so now … within ten to twenty years, the following drastic changes would be seen more prominently:
Checking out online before choosing which gallery to visit is a good way to know how to find what suits you. I watched the video of the Tacoma Art Museum and loved it. Tacoma is 45 miles from Seattle, the city is a harbor and very scenic. Most museums are located near each other, quite …
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 …
Each one of us has a responsibility towards them A couple of years ago, I had a first-hand experience of what it means to be ‘disabled’. I had fallen from two steps, in the school where I taught English. The doctors said, that I need knee replacement operation within a week if possible. It was …
