This beautiful quote by Tony Gaskins is self-explanatory. Most of us don't have the courage to pursue our dreams. We can offer different excuses for this, but the truth is that we don't want to leave our comfort zones to chase our dreams. Hence, we end up helping others build their dreams. Nothing can be … Continue reading Quote Of The Week # 12
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Scary Shadows Of Oppression
The dark ‘n’ ugly shadows are again stalking our streets,Bother they not to hide their designs however indiscreet,Day and night chasing the people until they cry,Beating the hell out of 'em who dare them defy. They slither like serpents, silent and sly,Hounding everyone whether a gal or a guy,A people once vibrant, is now gripped … Continue reading Scary Shadows Of Oppression
Quote Of The Week # 11
I cannot agree more with this beautiful quote by Charlie Chaplin. How can love get everything done? It is because love embodies compassion, empathy, kindness and understanding. These qualities make a formidable combination to inspire action and get things done. Nothing can be more potent than love. Love can make even the impossible things possible. … Continue reading Quote Of The Week # 11
Quote Of The Week # 10
We, humans, are impatient creature by nature and tend to lose patience very soon. We cannot wait for the things to settle down. Instead, we want to fix them quickly. But there is no quick fix to every problem. Our failure to swiftly fix an awkward situation leaves us stressed. We lose all hope and … Continue reading Quote Of The Week # 10
Politics, Election And Voting
Do you vote in political elections? Dailyprompt-1927 This post is in reply to a daily writing prompt by Jetpack. This is the second time I have chosen to write in response to a prompt. Usually, I don't go for it, not because I don't like daily prompts, but because I have my own schedule which … Continue reading Politics, Election And Voting
Social Media Is Not All Gold. It has Its Downside, Drawback, And Demerits
Today, we live in the age of social media. It has revolutionized the way we interact with one another. Traditional ways of communication have become redundant in the presence of social media. With the emergence of social platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Telegram, TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, YouTube, etc. people can now interact with their … Continue reading Social Media Is Not All Gold. It has Its Downside, Drawback, And Demerits
Eid Holidays: Family Gathering And Function | Blog Housekeeping
Eid Celebrations And Family Functions As the holy month of Ramadan has passed, we are having five Eid holidays. I am writing this blog post on the third day of Eid-ul-Fitr. The holidays started on Friday and would finish on Tuesday. From Wednesday onward, there will be life as usual. Work, work, and work. Alas! … Continue reading Eid Holidays: Family Gathering And Function | Blog Housekeeping
Eid Greetings
Eid Mubarak! May the blessings of Allah fill your life with happiness, peace, and prosperity on this special occasion of Eid. May this Eid bring you and your loved ones closer together and may your hearts be filled with love and joy. May all your prayers and wishes be granted! Wishing you a blessed and … Continue reading Eid Greetings
Quote Of The Week
This quote by Omar Khayyam reminds us of the ONLY reality of our life, i.e. the moment we are living right now is our entire life. Our life is neither the past nor the future. Why? It is because the past is gone and cannot be re-lived. The future is yet to come, and we … Continue reading Quote Of The Week
Quote Of The Week
What do you think of this quote? Are such decisions and choices really irreversible? Can we not escape their consequences? Remember, when you make a decision or take any action in an agitated state of mind, it can have long-lasting consequences which are mostly irreversible. When you are angry, you are most likely to act … Continue reading Quote Of The Week
100 Followers- A Milestone To Celebrate
A few months back, I started blogging on WordPress and had no idea (as to) how to proceed on this platform. Back then, I was a complete stranger on WP and did not know even a single blogger here. I had no blogging experience and hence wasn't sure as how would I navigate in this … Continue reading 100 Followers- A Milestone To Celebrate
Ramadan (Fasting Month) Mubarak
The holy month of Ramadan (month of fasting) has commenced, and today is the first of Ramadan. During this month, the Muslims keep fasts starting from pre-dawn till sunset. During the fasting hours, they are forbidden from drinking, eating, and indulging in lawful lovemaking with their spouses. Fasting entails restraint and forbearance. It inculcates the … Continue reading Ramadan (Fasting Month) Mubarak
Weddings Galore. No Spare Time To Read And Write Blog Posts
Recently, I was caught in a whirlwind of activities. Even the proverbial bee could not be as busy as I was during the past few weeks. This had nothing to do with my usual routine at the office. These activities involved family marriages and hectic traveling. There were four wedding functions in a row. All … Continue reading Weddings Galore. No Spare Time To Read And Write Blog Posts
Deadly Earthquake Causes Widespread Destruction In Turkiye And Syria
Image Credit: AFP In the early hours of Monday, Turkiye and neighboring Syria were adversely hit by a deadly earthquake, measuring 7.8 magnitude on the Richter scale. This is the deadliest earthquake in Turkiye since 1999. The earthquake was followed by multiple aftershocks of varying magnitudes. The devastating earthquake has already killed over 11,600 people, … Continue reading Deadly Earthquake Causes Widespread Destruction In Turkiye And Syria
My Goals For The Year 2023
Goal setting is usually an annual exercise, as people set their goals at the start of every new year. These goals are then pursued throughout the year. Some people are lucky enough to achieve all their goals, while others keep struggling with their goals, due to one reason or the other. I am the sort … Continue reading My Goals For The Year 2023
New Year’s Quotes, And Wish You A Happy New Year 2023
Years come and go, come and go in perpetuity. The time clock keeps ticking second by second, minute by minute, hour by hour. No one can hold or halt the wheel of time, even for a second. That is what life has been since its beginning. Now, when we are about to say goodbye to … Continue reading New Year’s Quotes, And Wish You A Happy New Year 2023
5 Cs Of Blogging: Follow These Cs To Achieve Success In Blogging
Have you ever heard about the 5 Cs of blogging? Nope? No problem. This blog post will tell you about 5 Cs of blogging, and their role in making a blog successful. Let's dive into the article to learn about these 5 Cs, which will guarantee success for a blog. 1. Content The very first … Continue reading 5 Cs Of Blogging: Follow These Cs To Achieve Success In Blogging
Leadership Quotes
Who is a leader? What role does a leader play? What are the traits of a leader? How does a leader inspire others? How does a leader lead his/her team? Let's find answers to all these questions in the following quotes about leadership. Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When … Continue reading Leadership Quotes
My Childhood Memories: An Excerpt From My Unpublished Memoirs
Birth and Family Life I was born in a middle-class family on a cold winter night. My birth, however, was not a historic event, and it did not cause any stir in the world. No breaking news had splashed across T.V. screens. Nor had it made any headlines in the print media. It was a … Continue reading My Childhood Memories: An Excerpt From My Unpublished Memoirs
Some Fond memories: An Excerpt From My Unpublished Memoirs
As for the village population; that could broadly be categorized into two types. One local people i.e. those who had been living there before the partition. The others had migrated from India after the partition. They had everything in common, save a slight difference in their accent, and it was nothing more than a nuance. … Continue reading Some Fond memories: An Excerpt From My Unpublished Memoirs
My Village: An Excerpt From My Unpublished Memoirs
My village was rather small in terms of population and housing units. It comprised more or less 200 houses. It had two parts with a large pond (chappar) in the center. It was a no-man's-land, a shamlat. The pond normally used to be dry. But during the rainy season, it overflowed with muddy water. The … Continue reading My Village: An Excerpt From My Unpublished Memoirs
35 Beautiful Quotes On Love
Love is a small four-letter word, however, it is very powerful in its meaning and impact. It can inspire people to move mountains or dig a canal through mountainous terrains. Such a mighty force LOVE is! So, we can never afford to underestimate the power of love and its impact on people. However, love cannot … Continue reading 35 Beautiful Quotes On Love
An unforgettable Incident with Baba Khadam alias Khadoo Wireless: An Amusing Chapter From My Memoirs
It was a case of sheer misunderstanding on Baba Khadam’s part. He complained about my alleged misconduct to my grandfather. He told my grandfather, “Your elder grandson had grossly misbehaved with me and called me Putter (son)”. Let me first share the incident with you. I was probably in primary school then. As all children … Continue reading An unforgettable Incident with Baba Khadam alias Khadoo Wireless: An Amusing Chapter From My Memoirs
An Inveterate Liar-Mr. Naanngoo: An Amusing Chapter From My Memoirs
This blog post belongs to the "My Memoirs" series. In this series, I have already introduced you to three weirdly amusing characters from my childhood days. Here, I am going to acquaint you with another memorable personality. Mr. Naanngoo He was indeed a fantastic character! I do not know what his real name was. Even … Continue reading An Inveterate Liar-Mr. Naanngoo: An Amusing Chapter From My Memoirs
What Makes A Blogger Stay Motivated And Keep Contributing?
Setting up a blog is relatively easy, however, you need real grit to keep your blog running. You are required to not only update your existing content but also post new content on a regular basis. Now, this is a highly demanding task and needs dedication, devotion, and hard work. Success doesn't come overnight in … Continue reading What Makes A Blogger Stay Motivated And Keep Contributing?
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