It’s the new year and all of us are brewing with energy to follow through on our plans for 2017. I have been thinking of my resolutions and how I want to make each day count in the new year. I have resolutions for my family life, personal well-being goals and plans for the blog.Continue reading New Year, New Resolutions
Top 10 Posts of 2016
Thank you for an amazing 2016! I’m thankful to all of you for the support and love you have given my blog. My heart sends out a very warm Shukriya! There are big plans for 2017 and I’m excited to have all of you along on this journey. But before we start the new year,Continue reading Top 10 Posts of 2016
Punjabi Desi Snowman
We had lots of fun yesterday making a Punjabi Desi Snowman. The best part about this craft is that it uses supplies lying around your house! This snowman is all Desi, has a Punjabi pagri on his head, khussas on his feet and is flying a kite! He is pretty much ready for winter to endContinue reading Punjabi Desi Snowman
How to teach Urdu to Kids: Simple Tips for Parents
Sharing tips and resources of how to teach Urdu to kids which will help families that wish to pass on the language to the next generation.Continue reading How to teach Urdu to Kids: Simple Tips for Parents
Ghalib on my Mom Life
Today we celebrate the birthday of one of Urdu language’s finest poets, Mirza Ghalib. Born on Dec 27, 1797, in Agra, he rose to prominence in Delhi in the last era of the Mughal empire. His poetry has touched the souls of millions. It has often been said that Ghalib’s poetry is timeless. I haveContinue reading Ghalib on my Mom Life
Visiting the Ziarat Residency, Circa 1997
Ziarat is a sleepy little beautiful town near Quetta. I was lucky to visit the town and the landmark it is known for, the Ziarat Residency (also known as the Quaid-e-azam Residency), in 1997. This landmark, a national monument, is dear to the heart of every Pakistani. The Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-azam Mohammad AliContinue reading Visiting the Ziarat Residency, Circa 1997
Christmas Past & Present for a Pakistani-Canadian
A very Merry Christmas to all those celebrating the occasion! Today I am reflecting on Christmas in Pakistan from my past when I lived there and the one from my present now that we are in Canada. The spirit stays the same and so do my emotions as a Muslim of wishing health, happiness andContinue reading Christmas Past & Present for a Pakistani-Canadian
Desi Dinner Planning: Host a Stress-Free “Dawat-of-the-year”
Have a big dawat coming up? Afraid of judgmental aunties scrutinizing your biryani, serving Nihari gone cold and guest children ruining your table decor? Have no fear! We have some awesome tips for you to host the “Dawat-of-the-year” as you plan your desi dinner. I’m super excited to collaborate with my talented friend Madiha, fromContinue reading Desi Dinner Planning: Host a Stress-Free “Dawat-of-the-year”
My Pakistani Wedding: Memories and Pictures from 2008
Sharing memories and pictures from my Pakistani wedding including dresses, jewelry, family, food and the lovely traditions.Continue reading My Pakistani Wedding: Memories and Pictures from 2008
Book Review: Bessie, Queen of the Sky
As a woman, a mother and an adult who was once a little girl, books that inspire girls and encourage them to think big are very important to me. When you read books to children, be aware of the message being sent out: Is a gender stereotyped, a group ridiculed or any prejudice reaffirmed? IContinue reading Book Review: Bessie, Queen of the Sky