Just like the tree which is a symbol for the enormous diversity in plant life spread out all over the world in the same way, culture defines a community’s identity.

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Religious Freedom

It’s been a long time since I've posted anything here but during the time of my last post and today, I've made many observations, conclusions and restructuring of many ideas. One of them was about freedom more specifically, religious freedom.

It’s a touchy topic to discuss about in this day and age even though we have the rights to freedom of expression and freedom of religion. Anyways, I'm not writing this to talk about those two topics, this post is about why freedom of religion.

Pakistan’s water woes- BLOG ACTION DAY

Water, the source of life and livelihood for millions is quickly becoming a commodity in third-world countries. Pakistan being one of them, water availability to each person per capita is steadily decreasing. Unchecked population growth and lack of reservoirs are the major factors behind this decrease but climate change is also creeping into the picture. From too dry to too wet weather patterns, the Pakistani climate is slowly but surely taking the unpredictable path.

Journey to Thatta- A contemplation

During my recent visit to Thatta where I along with a few volunteers (from St.Patrick’s parish) went to deliver the relief goods for the flood victims, I realized I needed a deep introspection of where I stand, where most of us stand...

Lucid Dreams

Our dreams are a reflection of our lives. Emotions, our fears and insecurities, our aims, our inner most desires and our longing of something that our souls desire
define our dreams.

Of Spirituality

I have always felt that there is more to the religions we practice. I strongly believe that the culture of a region heavily influences the religion practiced by the people. Overtime the basic doctrine of the faith remains the same but the people begin to interpret it according to their environment and it becomes so firmly embedded in the psyche of the people that attempts to question some beliefs are swiftly hushed up...

Flood Relief Supplies Needed!

As the flood waters recede the misery of the people will not end. They have lost all their belongings and have to start from scratch. Right now, their immediate need is clean drinking water, medical supplies and non-perishable food items. Below is a list of all essential items that are needed URGENTLY...