Personal Essays
Stirring it Up in the Kitchen
The idea grew out of the tragedy of the Charlie Hebdo attacks in Paris. A dear friend of mine…
July 3, 2015Featured Posts and Latest Stories
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RefelectionsThe World Exists on Hope – Mukhtar Mai
In 2002, Mukhtar Mai, a Pakistani village woman, was brutally gang raped by four men of a powerful neighboring…
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30 DaysA World Without Hate – Rais Bhuiyan
Last year, a friend told me about a book called “The True American” by New York Times columnist Anand…
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FeaturesCentered: The Music and Passion of Sami Yusuf
The questions during the live Twitter chat with the singer, songwriter and composer Sami Yusuf a few weeks ago…
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Personal EssaysThe Letter
For months, perhaps even for years, I had been composing in my mind the letter I was going to…
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Personal EssaysLight and Blessings: A Rememberance of Tayyibah Taylor
Last Friday, as I was waiting, blue-gowned, in the hospital for my bi-annual mammography results, I scrolled through my…
September 12, 2014 -
30 DaysSamosa Nani
Guest blogger: Saanya Nani and I have always had a special relationship. I was writing her a thank you…
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FeaturesReviving a Dying Art: The Embroidery of Asif Shaikh
Asif Shaikh sits behind his black granite table in his office in Ahmedabad, India, discussing fabrics, colors and designs…
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RefelectionsThese Birds Walk
Stories evoke emotions. They help us cultivate a relationship and develop a sense of familiarity. By revealing personal vulnerabilities…
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Personal EssaysMeeting Mandela: A Tribute
As thousands celebrate the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela in South Africa, I’m grateful that the snow has…
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Personal EssaysYou Have Breast Cancer
Part I Last year, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. A routine mammogram led to a more in-depth one…
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RefelectionsRevealing the Humanity of Pakistan
One of the most inspiring places on the Internet is “Humans of New York” (HONY), a blog started in…
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Personal Essays30 Days 30 Deeds: A Ramadan Blog
In an effort to share the essence of the month of Ramadan with my children, we’ve been keeping a…
July 9, 2013 -
30 DaysHe’s Still the One
On our 27th wedding anniversary today, I wanted to share this post from ’30 days 30 gratitudes’. Anniversary celebrations…
July 2, 2013
