"MOOZ-lum" The Movie: Toronto Theatrical Release

"MOOZ-lum" The Movie: Toronto Theatrical Release

"Do not let a few people shape your view on an entire faith" -Taqua in MOOZ-lum



I have never written about a movie on this blog because no movie has truly intrigued me as much as the trailer for MOOZ-lum has. This independent film (written & directed by Qasim Basir aka Q) has relied on the internet, especially social networking for marketing, & since I have been waiting for this movie to release in Canada it only made sense for me to help get the word out through my blog that MOOZ-lum is coming to Toronto!

MOOZ-lum Theatrical Trailer from Qasim Basir on Vimeo.

Even though this movie has already been playing in some AMC Independent theatres in the U.S., it has been a harder struggle to get it to play in Canada. I was SO excited when I saw that the movie is going to be released in Toronto on the February 25-27, 2011 weekend! Visit the link to the Toronto Theatrical Release event page on Facebook below for more details. The event page on Facebook now says that it will be playing from February 25th to March 6th, however, showtimes & tickets are still not available.

I'm hoping I can go see this movie & maybe even have a short review up on here, but for now I'll leave you with a plot synopsis & links to various places where you can find MOOZ-lum online.

"Amid a strict Muslim rearing and a social life he's never had, Tariq (Evan Ross) enters college confused. New peers, family and mentors help him find his place, but the 9-11 attacks force him to face his past and make the biggest decisions of his life."
-via IMDb

Find MOOZ-lum the movie online here:

• Official Website: http://moozlumthemovie.com
• Twitter: http://twitter.com/moozlumthemovie
• Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/Moozlumthemovie
• Toronto Theatrical Release event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=110696415674094

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Has anyone watched MOOZ-lum yet or is waiting to see it?
Or is crazy enough like me to invite all the people on my Facebook who live in Toronto or somewhat close to the MOOZ-lum: Toronto Theatrical Release event page and then blog about the movie too?

Either way, spread the word because social media & word of mouth is all that the movie has relied on so far since it is an independent film.

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Positive Thinking is Key

Positive Thinking is Key

The year started on a bad note & since then I've been hearing about so many problems that some of my close friends are facing. It would be different if it was 1, or 2, or even just 3 of my close friends who have been going through some major changes - but it's more than 3! These changes involve their families as well, which makes things much more complicated.



The past month has been an emotional drain from listening to everyone; having long conversations about uncertainties, the present, & the future; discussions on obligations & responsibilities; sitting across the table & holding back tears because we are in public; a mix of feelings, etc. Some of these friends seem closer to approaching the light at the end of the tunnel now though, so things are starting to look better for the most part.



My thoughts on all these problems is that I guess we're all starting a get a taste of the real world as graduates & soon-to-be-grads!



Even though 2011 hasn't been as bright so far, February is a whole new month. Positive thinking is key!



February is a month of celebrations:

• This month starts off with a birthday. The birthday of a person who taught me a lot, but the lesson that I probably value the most is on living in the present instead of thinking & re-thinking about the future like I used to. I can't say I don't think about the future, but I just don't mentally exhaust myself from thinking about it so much either.
  So if you ever read this, Happy Birthday! & as I always tell you this time of the year: Go easy on your liver, please.
• Mid-February brings around the birthday of another close friend, who has been with me through one of the hardest times of my life & was always there for advice & support. When the time comes, I will wish you as well, of course.
• & then at the end of February, it's my 22nd birthday!
  

I'm hoping that the month of love will bring more cheer & bonding in all our lives.
That's all for now. Don't forget that positive attitude!




Images from Elie Saab's Spring 2011 Couture Collection (via Style.com) as eye candy to spread some cheer via fabulous fashion!

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Nose Piercings (2003 & 2010)

Nose Piercings (2003 & 2010)

The first time that I got my nose pierced was in 2003. I got it done in a jewelry store in Brampton (Ontario, Canada) with a gun. I was surprised that it did not hurt at all - only my left eye (the side that I got my nose pierced on) watered a bit. I loved the way it looked, but I wanted to change it & was too impatient to wait & let it heal, so I changed my stud once. That went well & in a week or 2 I got bored again, so I decided it was time for another change. This time my nose was in the process of healing & as soon as I took my stud out, it closed up. I kept trying to put the other one in for an hour (perhaps, even more) & I actually cried when it wouldn't go in. Ever since then I knew I was going to get it done again, but I just didn't know when.

Webcam picture from 2003. You can't really see the stud but it's a silver flower with a pink stone in the center.

Fast forward to the summer of 2010. I was on vacation in India & was looking forward to finally getting my nose pierced again. This time, however, we were planning on traveling in India so I was advised against getting it pierced before. When I returned to my hometown after travelling within India I was sick, so my chances seemed pretty slim.
One day while mum & I were in the market, we decided it was time. We ended up asking the people at a jewelry store, but they would have to call the guy who does the piercing to the store. Instead of waiting, we asked them to take us to the guy who does it on the street.

When we got to the location, I was more worried about the lack of hygiene and sanitation than how painful it would be. I wish I could have taken a picture of this guy's booth. His booth was a table with his tools laid out in the open. I was too busy staring at all of that & didn't pay much attention to my aunt standing by who came to see me get my nose pierced or to the guy & my mum speaking about & marking the spot on my nose before he pierces it. He didn't put on any gloves either!

2010 - a few months after getting my nose pierced & I still love the way the nose ring looks on me, so I'm not ready to take it out just yet.
The guy pierced my nose with the wire that I currently have in my nose. Yup, he just took the wire and pierced my nose with it directly - without sharpening it or warming the tip much. & let me tell you, it HURT! I wasn't expecting that much pain because when I got my nose pierced with the gun, it did not hurt at all. Boy, was I wrong. It's not exactly a fast process as compared to getting it done by the gun either. It takes a good 1-2 minutes because the guy first has to pierce your nose, then trim & turn the wire to knot/close it & make it a complete circle. & then he turns the whole ring around so that the ends of the wire which are in a knot are hidden. It pretty much hurt to smile after that. I was also told to apply warm coconut oil 2 or 3 times a day on it for a few days & turn it when I do this, so that it heals properly. For the first few days it hurt when I turned it but then it didn't hurt at all.

2010 - This part of my nose ring is hidden on the inside. This is the "knot" that I was speaking about above. I haven't found another thin nose ring that I can put on again when I feel like it (I'm picky), so I'm wearing this one for as long as I can.

Since I was sick, I hadn't carried my purse or camera with me so there aren't any pictures or videos from that day itself, but I found an unclear video on YouTube that I thought I'd share with you. In all the other videos, the girls got nose studs, but this is the only video in which the girl got a nose ring. Also, this girl sanitized her nose ring & got it done inside a jewelry store, but I got mine done on the street, which was WAY scarier!


One thing that you might notice is that I like a nose ring/stud that shows. In the picture from 2003, I'm wearing something that's quite big & obviously, the nose ring stands out as well. I'm not a big fan of tiny little studs that hardly show, but that's just me.
I thought I'd blog about this because when I tell people that I got my nose pierced with the wire that's currently in my nose, I get weird looks & I don't feel like turning it & showing them the "knot" because that's just weird & others walking by would think I'm picking my nose or something... yeah, no thanks.

Thank you to anyone who has ever mentioned that the nose ring suits me.

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Life Lessons via Vacation Pictures

Life Lessons via Vacation Pictures

DO YOUR OWN THING
Bringing down the decorated elephants for the Teej Festival [Jaipur, Rajasthan, India]
There's so much drama and negative energy that comes along with paying attention to others and their lives, which isn't necessary at all. Such a waste of our time, really. If elephants can walk on one side of the road without disrupting the traffic, why can't people just keep walking instead of digging their noses in everyones business?

SMILE LIKE YOU MEAN IT
Ladies room at Al-Muntaha Restaurant in Burj Al-Arab [Dubai, U.A.E]

No matter how bad your situation is, there's always someone in a situation that is worse than yours. Be thankful for the blessings bestowed on you so far & smile.

SELF-REFLECT
Connecting with my spiritual side at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque [Abu Dhabi, U.A.E]

Always do something that will make you proud. After all, you're the one who has to live with your actions. If you reflect back on your actions & are not happy with something, then don't beat yourself over it, just use it as a form of guidance to help you in the future.

LOVE & BE LOVED
Getting love from my dolls at At the Top, Burj Khalifa [Dubai, U.A.E]

Tell the people who you care about the most that you love them. Even though I'd encourage you to show someone that you love them first & foremost through your actions, don't rely on just that. At times people just need to hear it as well & you might be surprised at how comforting those words can be.

LET LOOSE
Dubai Museum [U.A.E]

Don't get too caught up with everything to enjoy the little moments in life that you'll most likely remember the most in the future. Relax once in a while because once this time passes you, you won't get it back. Act a fool, laugh, do something silly, & make memories.

STRIVE TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Taj Mahal [Agra, U.P, India]

A lot of people make goals or new years resolutions and in a few days, months, weeks the list is... wait, omg, where did that list go?? Do you remember where your list of new years resolutions is? There are still a little over 2 months left..
The point is, don't just make a target but think about ways that you can achieve that target as well. The planning will take up time & energy, but it's the first step to your success in the future!

REMINISCE
Lucknowi kabab with hot parathas & tamarind chutney at Al Afadhil Restaurant = best. food. ever. [Dubai, U.A.E]

Always remember the good times that you shared with people. Even when things turn sour, thinking about the bad times or bad qualities of the person won't do you any good. Instead, bad memories will just put you in a bad mood. Try to focus your energy on the positive.

PUT YOURSELF IN THEIR PLACE
Entertainers at Chokhi Dhani [Jaipur, Rajasthan, India]

Sure, many of us would like to think that we have an open mind & that we're empathetic but are we really? Do we really try to understand a persons situation or their point of view? Try to understand others and their views - they might just get you thinking in a direction in which you had never thought before.
I haven't been able to forget the look on this performer's face when she stepped down from the glasses. She seemed like she was in so much pain, yet in a few seconds she continued performing. To top it all off, there was an infant (the child of one of the female performers) sleeping on the side with the rest of the performers. I don't think I've ever clapped that loud before, not because of the performance, but because of the situation.

DO SOMETHING YOU LOVE
The night before Eid [Dubai, U.A.E]

Next time you're going through a rough patch or lacking motivation, do something you love or used to love that you don't do anymore. Sometimes this can soothe you & lift your spirits in the shortest amount of time.

DON'T LOOK BACK
Desert safari camel ride [U.A.E]

Dwelling on the past is not worth it. Get on with your life & focus on what's next.

CONQUER YOUR FEARS
Para-sailing [Dubai, U.A.E]

I'm scared of heights but maybe I was comfortable para-sailing because I'm a Pisces.
In any case, the only way you'll get over your fear is if you go ahead & face it. Your knees might feel weak before you take the step & you might get butterflies in your stomach but how would you feel after you've faced your fear? Let that thought spark your curiosity & go for it!

INDULGE
Trying on some antique rings at one of the stores in Central Souk [Sharjah, U.A.E]

Unwind in a spa. Go on a shopping spree. Read a book. Eat half a dozen chocolate dipped strawberries.
Pamper yourself in any way you like because you need some "me" time & taking care of your wants & needs is a priority too.

LOOK AT THE WORLD WITH A NEW ATTITUDE
Admiring the view from Hawa Mahal [Jaipur, Rajasthan, India]

Take each day as it comes with a smile because a positive attitude & a strong will can get you through the hardest times. As long as you have an appetite for life, there's nothing that can stop you.

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Things I'm loving & missing

Things I'm loving & missing

Loving:

1. Neutrogena's Fresh Foaming Cleanser. I realized how much I love this cleanser when I stayed over at a family friends house for 1 night & didn't take it with me. When I use this cleanser I don't have to worry about carrying around a makeup remover & then using a face wash because the cleanser does it all. I plan on doing a review on it, but that will have to wait till I finish up with at least half the things on my 'to do' list.
   
   
   
2. Going au naturale most of this summer. I used minimal makeup (with the exception of a few days) to give my skin a break. I also reduced the amount of products that I used in my hair & left it curly most of the time & just straightened the front bit that frames my face. I didn't use any hair gel or anything either. Instead of using products, I took a really little bit of Parachute coconut hair oil in the palm of my hand (as much as a Canadian nickel) & worked it in my wet hair (from the tips, working my hair to the mid section & a little bit at the roots). My mum was so skeptical about this when she saw me do it because coconut hair oil usually stinks but I asked her to smell my hair right after I had applied it& to her relief, she could still smell my conditioner. This method worked best when I slept an hour or 2 max after applying the tiny bit of hair oil & I woke up with gorgeous curls.
   
   
   
3. Working at Bath & Body Works. Whenever I'm in the States, I stop by BBW (& Forever21 too). The American chain is expanding in Canada & I'm surprised our store opened before many of the other locations, but that's a bonus for us :) If there isn't one in your area, don't worry because there are around 11 or something stores opening in the fall. Anyway, who wouldn't like to work at a store that smells good all the time? & the best part is that we don't have to push for large sales & trick customers into buying expensive products.
4. School starts soon! As silly or nerdy as it may sound I can't wait to go back & be around my close friends all the time. This year is gonna be a bit harder not only because I'm entering my 3rd year now (eek!), but because all my courses count as my major since I'm doing a combined major now. Sigh, I'm gonna miss taking easy electives.
   
   
   
5. Winning. If you've read my blog in the past, you will know that I love entering contests & have won a couple of them. Recently, I've also been winning little contests at work. I never win giveaways though which sucks because they're so easy to enter, but winning contests is a great feeling because I know that I'm working hard to achieve something & my work is being recognized. & as long as my hard work pays off, I'm happy :)
6. Experiencing the Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours once again. The first time that I went on this attraction was in grade 9 for a Geography school trip. Ever since then, I've recommended this attraction to all of my friends & family who are visiting Niagara Falls. I usually tell them: if you don't have enough money to see all the attractions in the area, save your money & just go on this one attraction because even though it's a bit pricey, it is def worth it & it's better than all the other attractions combined! Perhaps I love it so much more because I am a Pisces & I love being in or around water ;)
   
   
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   Childhood family friends & I getting soaked in the front row on the Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
   
   
   

Missing:

1. My laptop. Seems like I always have some kind of problem with it. The latest thing that came up was that the wireless wouldn't work on it at all, so I had no option but to give it for repairs. I miss using my laptop from the comfort of my own room, sigh.
   
2. Playing card games. When my childhood family friends were staying with me for a bit, we played various card games all night long. It was SO much fun. I miss playing Poker on Facebook too because my home computer just wont co-operate when I try to play it, which takes me back to me missing my laptop!
   
   
   
3. Having more watches. I never used to wear watches before but thanks to a good friend, I now wear my watch every time I go out. Sadly, I only have one that fits right. The other that I have is a bit big & I haven't had the chance to get that sized yet. I wanna buy more watches soon. I came across a Valentino one online that I adore, but it's too dressy to wear every day & I wanna get one that I can wear on a daily basis first.
   
   
   
4. My old body. I'm so not used to my body right now. I'm the heaviest that I've ever been & since I've always hated working out, getting my old body back seems like such a difficult task. I've never been the kind of person that has complained about their weight or anything of the sort, but lately this whole issue is frustrating me to the point where I'm not even buying clothes anymore cause I don't know how to dress my new body. Now if only I can use that negative energy to take some positive action & work to get my body back to where I want it! Luckily, I'm not that short so I can hide my weight more than a lot of other shorter people probably could.
5. Blogging & entering contests. Summer was too short & somewhat busy too, so I didn't update my blog as much as I wanted to. Even though I had a lot of posts in mind, every time I signed on to Blogger there were so many blogs to catch up on & most of the time I was so overwhelmed that I never got the chance to update my own. As mentioned above, I didn't wear too much makeup this summer either so I didn't really have any makeup posts. I def missed reading the lovely comments on my posts from everyone though. Some of you did keep in touch through e-mail & comments though which was much appreciated :)

That being said, I really want to keep updating my blog once in a while. Even though I'm going to be busy with school & work, I will try to blog simply because I love doing it & I love the response that I get from family, friends, fellow bloggers, & complete strangers at times as well. I'm not making any promises but don't worry, I'm not going anywhere... yet.

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Tag, you're it

Tag, you're it

I've been tagged by Sarah, Rai, & Christel :) I've never done these on here before, so here goes...

What is your current obsession?

Entering contests on Blogger if you haven't noticed already. I love experimenting & trying new things & I really like some of the looks that I've come up with & the colours that I've used together. & of course the excitement of entering a contest itself :)

What is your weirdest obsession?

Currently it would be eating Hajmola. It's a tasty little digestive tablet known amongst Indians & even though I shouldn't be eating one of these everyday when I don't need to, I like the sour/spicy taste & I just can't help it.

What are you wearing today?

Sweatpants & a gray & black tee cause I'm stuck at home.. studying. Eh, boring.

What's your favorite comfort food?

The TOO TALL® Oranges & Cream Cake from M&M Meat Shops. I could probably eat half of that cake in 1 day... mmm yummy!

What would make today special?

If I could just write my last exam & then 2nd year of uni would finally be over

What would you like to learn to do?

Bake cakes from scratch & decorate them all fancy

What’s the last thing you bought?

Bounty chocolate bar

What are you listening to right now?

Knock You Down by Keri Hilson featuring. Kanye West & Ne-Yo

What is your favourite weather?

The end of spring & the beginning of summer

What is your most challenging goal right now?

Eating healthy. I love food, dammit!

What do you think about the person who tagged you?

Sarah - Love her makeup, especially some of her contest entries
Rai - Really nice & an NYX representative now too! So if you want some NYX, you know where to go
Christel - I recently came across a blog & from what I see, she seems like a sweet girl

If you could have a house totally paid for, fully furnished anywhere in the world, where would you like it to be?

Dubai, U.A.E. Perhaps one of those overpriced houses on the Palm Island. Not sure how much I'd live there though, but it can be my vacation house & I'd let friends & fam stay there every now & then too since I know a lot of people there.

What would you like to have in your hands right now?

The Google G1 Android Phone. Be mine! :(

Which colour dominates your wardrobe?

Blue

If you could go anywhere in the world for the next hour, where would you go?

India for the street food & sweet shops. I've been craving those things for a week now!

Which language do you want to learn?

Quite a few

1. Urdu - Even though I already speak Urdu, I wanna learn it in detail, not just the Urdu that I speak daily. It's such a polite language.
2. Mandarin - Cause I can see it as one of the most powerful languages in the world in the future.
3. Arabic

What do you look for in a friend?

Someone who is trustworthy

Who do you want to meet in person?

I wanna meet so many, but I'll say Saif Ali Khan so I can get a picture with him, blow it up, & frame it.

What’s your favourite type of music?

Anything I can dance to

What is your favourite piece of clothing you own?

A 3/4th sleeve, black jacket from Forever 21

What is your dream job?

It used to be interior designer, but not so much anymore. Something creative though.. maybe an MUA or a henna artist? Although, I'm too chicken to curl someone else's lashes or apply mascara on them cause I don't wanna poke them in the eye & I'm a bit slow at applying henna. Hmm, maybe something that involves wearing a lot of well-tailored suits.. a real estate agent. Or opening my own little Indian/Paki restaurant in the area where I live cause all the ones here are just blah! Yeah, no clue.. don't think I have a dream job at the moment.

Any favourite models?

Um no faves, but I love Deepika Padukone even though I found out bout her after she became an actress. Love her long arms & legs & I think she's currently one of the most prettiest women in Bollywood. Oh & she's talented as well unlike most newcomers in the industry.

If you had £100 now what would you spend it on?

Parasailing in Toronto. I don't even know how much it costs, but let's hope £100 covers it.

Favourite designer?

Manish Malhotra

Fashion pet peeve?

Crocs. Those things should be only be worn by kids under the age of 5 who are going to play in sand (i.e., on the beach or in the park).

Do you admire anyone’s style?

Malaika Arora Khan, Kim Kardashian, & Victoria Beckham

Describe your personal style.

I like things that are well tailored & fit right. I love bold colours & little detailing. I cannot get enough of coats, jackets, & blazers. I like things with high collars cause they add a lil edge & cause I hate my back.

What's your favorite ice cream flavor?

The best ice cream that I've ever had was at an ice cream shop & it was black cherry something. It was a long name & I haven't been there since last summer, so I can't remember. I'll probably make a post bout it this summer when I revisit that shop cause the ice cream is so good! Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream is always good too :)

What is your favourite makeup brand?

I'm not brand loyal & I recently started using a lot of makeup. But I do have to say that I like MAC's eyeshadows cause they're very easy to blend & have great staying power. Although, I don't use a primer & if I did, other eyeshadows would stay on longer as well.

What is your all time favourite perfume?

I absolutely love perfumes but my fave has to be Weekend Burberry.

Okay, so here are the rules:

1. Respond: answer the questions on your blog.
2. Replace one question that you dislike with a question of your own invention, add one more question of your own.
3. Tag eight other people.

8 people that I tag are:

1. Tiff: BighairBiggerlashes
2. Robyn: Fashionista 514
3. Katrina: Katrina is a Princess
4. Meya: RockMeBeautiful
5. Jo: Me you and a dog names boo...
6. Superficial Girls
7. Beauty Scriblings of J
8. Miss Yaya: I Will Be My Own Judge

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A Taste of My Country

A Taste of My Country

I was born in India in a city called Pune (it's close to Mumbai). However, because my dad was Pakistani, I was considered a Pakistani & had a Pakistani passport as well. It's just the way things work back there (& usually your father's first name is also your middle name)! Even though my background is a mix between Pakistan & India, I was never brought up there.

When I was a couple of months old, I moved United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.). Some of you may have heard about the city of Dubai, which is a part of the U.A.E. I loved this country growing up & I still do, but it was never really my country. One of the major reasons for this is because I was never a citizen! Don't get me wrong, we weren't illegal immigrants or anything of the sort. In U.A.E., if you're not a local, then you can pretty much never become a citizen (unless you marry an Arab). Also, there's a visible divide between the Arabs & the rest of the population in that country & the Arabs receive special treatment.

After being half Pakistani & half Indian, but not really growing up there & visiting only once in a while & being a part of the U.A.E. but not really a citizen, you can see that even though these countries play a huge role in my life, I can't really call them my country. But the country that I could finally call my own was none other than the beautiful Canada.

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Niagara Falls! This is the view from the Maid of the Mist shop & restaurant area. You can see 2 of the Maid of the Mist boats in the picture (by the falls on the right)!

I moved to Canada when I was 12 years old & to be honest, I didn't want to live here before because I was taken far away from everything that I knew & was a part of my life before. Slowly, I made friends & started adjusting to my new life. One of my first friends in Canada was Mehak & I'm glad to say that 8 years later she is still my best friend. This is also the country where I made & maintained my friendship with a lot of others (ahem, a quick shoutout to KSS).

The Horseshoe Falls (a.k.a. the Canadian side of the Falls). This pictrue is taken from the Maid of the Mist itself, right when our boat was approaching the Falls & we were already getting soaked! I'm surprised this picture came out so good, but at this point I decided to put the camera away before the water ruined it.

The natural beauty of the country speaks for itself. If you're a nature lover, I don't know how you wouldn't like this place. It's got great scenery, amazing trails, & some great places that you can go & visit outdoors as well as indoors.

Even though I moved a lot of times within Canada, I found that each city or town was not all that hard to adjust to. The communities in general were very welcoming & people were nice. Canadians are known for being polite & I have definitely seen this. Since Canada is a multicultural country, it was a lot easier for my family & myself to adjust to our new surroundings.

A picture taken at an event at my university called Celebration of Nations. People from different countries had tables set up to represent their countries. There was food, music, people dressed up in their cultural outfits... what more could you ask for? Guess which country I was representing?

I love how people from different cultures can come in to Canada & they don't have to forget their roots. When you become a Canadian, you're not just a Canadian. In other words, I'm now a Pakistani Canadian! People from different countries come together to celebrate their cultures, inform others about where they come from, & all this is done in an open environment so that everyone can enjoy our multicultural society.

An Aboriginal female does a traditional dance at the Celebration of Nations event.

I call Canada home because none of the other countries that I have lived in play such a major role in my life. It is in Canada where I have found my best friends, passed my teenage years, & built memories. I currently go to university here & if I was to live the rest of my life in any other country, I would most probably choose to reside in Canada. This country is really special to me because it has helped me grow up & be respectful of people from all over the world. I also feel comfortable living here in a Western country while still maintaining my Eastern culture, which is very important to me.

After being born & brought up in countries that I could never call my country, I'm happy that Canada is the country that I can finally call mine.


P.S. This is a contest entry for Jo's Taste of My Country Contest just in case you were wondering why I randomly decided to make this post. & the pics are taken by me :)

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Confidence is the key to feeling beautiful

Confidence is the key to feeling beautiful

In my previous post I mentioned that I won Fashionista 514's MAC Viva Glam Giveaway! Yaay!! The participants had to answer when & why they feel beautiful & send a complimentary pic of themselves. Since I won, Robyn has published my story & photo on her blog, so check it out!! It's a true story ladies. Click my 'complimentary pic' below to read what makes me feel beautiful :)


& I want to know what makes you feel beautiful...

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