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- Dec 03, 11My name is Moza. I'm a 21-year-old of average height and questionable looks; An Arab who looks Asian and sports an American accent is me in a nutshell. I can do other accents, but it wouldn't be as fun when people get used to it. I've got really fine chestnut hair and not nearly enough of it. My ears earned me the name Dumbo as a kid, graciously donated by my loving mother. Unless you're someone I adore endlessly, calling me Banana to my face will earn you my eternal scorn and dismay. I bake when I'm stressed and bake even more when I'm happy. I live in, between and vicariously through books. I'd say I live for books, too, but that's just too Cat Lady-like for my liking. A month and a trifle separates me from becoming the greatest lawyer the world has ever known. (See how great I am at lying, already? I'LL DO WONDERS!)In today's world, it sometimes gets really difficult to remember who you truly are, so it becomes imperative to go back to basics and attempt to rediscover yourself in its rawest form. You'll definitely be full of flaws, but you will also be buzzing with amazing things that make you the fantastical being you are. It's okay not to be so perfect all the time; almost-perfect is just as great. Our mistakes, differences and the nooks and crannies of our souls are the very thing that transforms us from clay figurines into living, breathing miracles.We are awesome and we deserve to be loved for it.[This post was written under the influence of Robin Thicke's Complicated.]
- Dec 02, 11
Dear hopefully-oblivious, random girl I saw at the pasta station in the science school's cafeteria,I realize it might be safe to say that you were trying to make some sort of fashion statement by wearing a Burberry belt over your abaya. For the life of me, I cannot say why any sane, god-fearing person would want the world to regard them as a potentially-blind, awful trend-supporting loon. Having said that, and even though I do not understand your reasons, I fully support your right to offend my retinas and represent yourself to strangers in the most horrendous way you see fit. Godspeed, Burberry belt girl. May the force set your belt on fire at a safe distance and away from children and other flammable objects such as yourself.
Dear professor who talks to himself,I see you every morning, brooding away in your lovely, and seemingly only, jacket. More importantly, I HEAR you. You freak the living shit out of me and the fact that you look like you can pass for Chris Noth's older sibling doesn't help matters much. Sometimes, I think you may be senile, judging by the way you scream across the hall at another professor to ask her if her skirt was new (it wasn't; you just never saw it before. I know that because you said so. I heard you.). The fact that you still have a job, dubious as it may be, makes me question that and chalk your loud monologues up to you being as much of a loon as the aforementioned belt girl, only better dressed and way more amusing. I've grown accustomed to your old man antics, over the mornings, prof who talks to himself. I'll miss you. And your jacket.
[The post was written to the tone of Jessie J's Domino.] - Dec 01, 11I'm fortunate to be surrounded by the quirkiest, most random group of people and I love them for it. I can't really think of what it's like not to have someone you can trust and with whom you can share the most embarrassing of moments and the greatest of memories. Four of my best friends got married this year and the fifth is tying the knot in two weeks. My tear ducts are scraped raw at this point, but the gratefulness that results from being included in someone's life-altering occasions is something to be cherished.The thought of a world where I no longer have my friends is one of the most horrifying nightmares I can pretend to imagine. I've no shame in admitting to the fact that I'm a person who thrives on being loved and I mean truly adored, not necessarily admired and looked up to as a role model. I relish the idea of being loved for the person I am, with all my flaws, shortcomings and eccentricities. I won't be lying if I said that it befuddles me when I find someone who feels exactly that way about me, regardless. I find infinite joy in trying to let them know exactly how much I appreciate them as well.True friends are a fulfilling, rare commodity and can serve as an anchor in the worst of times. If you want to know who your true friend is, think of the person you'd want to see when you fail a class, the one you'd call when you're at the ER because your kid fell and broke their arm, the one to whom you'd gush about your daughter's fiance. I can surly say that I've got a couple of names that were on that list for a decade and some that came creeping in this past few years, some even this very year. When you come up with names for these people, even if you can find just the one, know that you're lot in life is better than many and make sure you hang on to it.
- Dec 01, 11At some point in life, if you're lucky, you'll find someone whose love, loyalty and honesty come to you without the least bit of involvement on your part. The invest every fiber in their being to make you feel loved and appreciated and never miss the chance to express what you mean to them. They have no want, need nor expectations for anything in return.Those people are, sadly, rare. If you have managed to attract one, however, they're here to stay for the long run. Most of the time, you will not have the faintest idea how or why you've earned such an outpour of emotions? What good deed granted you the long-lasting friendship of such a selfless, compassionate being? If you ever asked them that question, their answer will always be endless and they will confess to having been rendered speechless. They love you because of who you are, even if you can't even begin to describe yourself. They see in you all the good that you have yet to find and every virtue that has otherwise concealed itself to the world.As giving as these people are, their talents are not exhausted on one person. Their love is all-encompassing and soon attracts hoards of people to the sunshine that seems to take a permanent lodging in their smiles. Powered by jealousy, their haters try to tarnish their images, but like a wide ocean against the ripples of a tossed rock, their image remains as clear as a summer day, because a person like them stands tall against the smears of the lowlife.They're strong in love and weak in hate. They are amazing, beautiful souls that deserve to be appreciated and honored.Kholoud: I love you with all my heart, dearest of all that is dear, and wish you a person like you to fill your life with the joy with which you fill mine. ♥
- Mar 12, 11
A man, like many others, was killed for agendas that were not his own. The difference this time is that he was one of us. What happens now?
I will not discuss how, why or by whom this man was taken from his loved ones so tragically. What worries me is some of the comments that ensued after the tragic news broke.
"This just got personal."
If the statement was taken on face value, it probably does not warrant much thought. Having said that, as I mulled it over and saw it repeated by various people, I came to the belief that this comment comes with devistating conotations. Why is it that things need to go this far for Libya's struggle - or anyone's for that matter - to become "personal"? What was it prior to Ali Hassan Al Jaber's death? Isn't the sheer virtue of being fellow human beings personal enough, or does the pain have to spread to our own backyard for us to start feeling?
I have no doubt in my mind when it comes to the compassion and drive the Qatari people have and the charitable nature upon which this closely-knit community is built - which is perciesly why I find this whole thing disheartening.
What I find most revolting is how Al Jaber's death is quickly morphing into a cherade glorifying Al-Jazeera and making this ordeal all about how this is a blow aimed at Al-Jazeera and one to which this fearless being will not succumb.
I know to take everything with a grain of salt and, if you know me enough or ask those who do, I'm the person who's always defending people's actions and trying to find excuses for what may otherwise be construed as anything but bona fide. However, my eternal-sap nature makes me a person who has much resepct for the sanctity of the memories of those who are no longer with us. I can't begin to imagine how seeing this man's death being paraded to serve multiple, differing agendas must make his family. To them, and to those who mourn him even though they may not have heard of him prior to a few hours ago, I extend my deepest apologies.
A man died. A man who had nothing to do with anything was killed and lost to his family and loved ones - a family that, judging by the immediate reactions, spans across continents. It is downright disgusting when the story gets spun and used into something other than that. When it gets weaved into a sob story that will be used and abused as a ploy on people's emotions.
I'm not naive nor am I conspiracy theorist. I ramble a lot and, more often than not, fail to make sense to those other than myself. I, however, know that Al Jaber's death is not to be mourned for it will not be in vain; my prayers are with the people all around the world sharing the same pain Al Jaber's family is undergoing right now. I pray for them to be given the serinity not to overcome their loss, but to learn to live with it. My hope is for it to always remain personal because, for the people of this country, it has always been. We just keep neglecting how truly amazing we are.
Yeah, I think I'm done.
- Dec 17, 10Fifa president Sepp Blatter has apologised for saying gay fans should "refrain from sexual activity" if they go to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Story from BBC SPORT:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/pr/fr/-/sport2/hi/football/9297497.stmAllow me a few minutes to laugh my ass off at that pile of flaming dung. I, personally, know quite a few gays and lesbians who live around here, some of whom are ACTUALLY QATARIS. This is just a way for people who are opposed to Qatar's win to show their bitterness. Even though homosexuality is not largely condoned nor is it encouraged, we're a peaceful people who employ the principle of 'live and let live' to the fullest. Christmas trees are all over the country since the beginning of December. Nobody went on a hunt for Christian heads.This is disgustingly blown out of proportion. There are over 10 verses in the bible that prohibit men from rounding off their hair or trimming their beards. I don't see them being observed nor does anyone make a scene. Why? Because the west, in general, has a much looser relationship with religion than the middle east. Having said that, there's a certain tolerance in this country that I have not seen in all the other countries I've been to. Homophobia has never been a problem in this country. Public indecency, however, is penalized everywhere. Well, maybe not in Germany.This post will read like a incoherent, hot mess, but I'm seriously outraged at the fact that everyone is concerned with LGBT rights all of a sudden. News flash: the series of suicides amongst teen gays that occurred in the past few month were in the one country that was Qatar's serious competitor. Gay kids KILLED THEMSELVES not too long ago, because they were bullied and ostracized in the great US of A. I may be out of the loop more often than I like, but I don't see any noticeable rate of suicides being committed around here, much less by gay people. South Korea's human rights record is full of shit (and getting even more so by the millisecond), yet it got to host the WC. So did Germany, a country defined by racism and xenophobia.Get a grip, World. We're here and we're here to stay. - Dec 09, 10This is the full text of my first (!!) article in Qatar Happening. Yes, I'm proud. Yes, I'm jumping around like a loon. Yes, I need you to buy it, because I want to keep writing.Hope you like it and I would appreciate any and all comments.Cheers.To love your country is one of the noblest of feelings. It’s born out of respect, pride and gratitude for the land in which, and by which, you were loved and cared for. It grows and expands to fill every vein and vessel. This torrent of emotions often settles in the background, masked by the little worries and joys of daily life. It lingers quietly, in a dimly lit corner of our minds and hearts, but it’s always there. More often than not, this harbored dedication shows itself in brilliant outbursts of patriotism. These outbursts are most evident, in a peaceful context, on National Days.On the 18th of December, Qatar turns 132 years of age. Quite young, compared to its peers, I think. This is a country that, up until recently, could not be identified by means other than geographical proximity to its famous, neighboring countries. In a number of years decidedly less than mine, it became one of the most influential figures on a global scale. This, in my opinion, is a direct result of a booming economy, splendid humanitarian efforts and a commitment to a better education and understanding of the world.The most significant factor, however, is one of the most basic components of a country: the people. It’s us, with our small worries and busy lives. We made our country the young princess it is today. We went to school even though we didn’t want to (mommy made us even though we told her classes were off, really). We left our country, to bring back the wisdom of other cultures, but it never left us. We became lawyers and teachers and doctors and politicians and kept this fabulous machine well-oiled. Most importantly, we started our own families and made our kids go to school and taught them to be good and instilled the love of this great nation in their little hearts by being who it raised us to be. We are the investment that paid off, big time.Mark Twain, one of my favorite people to have ever existed, once said that patriotism is supporting your country all the time. I wholeheartedly agree. As much as I resent the notion of attempting to cram all the feelings one has for someone, or something, into one measly day, I urge you to have fun this National Day. Sing and dance and feel proud to be part of this pretty, young thing. But don’t forget that your love for Qatar is not meant to be marked on a calendar; it is to be expressed in a lifetime of commitment to the betterment of your motherland. You put this country on the map and you’re the only one who can keep it there. Make every day a National Day.
- Nov 29, 10I think Qatarization, in its current model, makes one hell of a bad idea. Please feel free to take a moment to invision my demise. I'll hold.Done? Okay.As a senior, it’s pretty safe to say that I’m a potential member of the very-near-future workforce, or at least in the company of a good number of those. As a result, I’m in direct contact with what I believe to be the first and foremost cause of unemployment in this country; in the words of the great Adam Lambert: Entitlement is not sexy. Many students and recent graduates, empowered by a false understanding of Qatarization, believe that they’re entitled to the white collar job of their choice, solely because they so happen to be Qataris. That’s most certainly not the case, both from a business perspective as well as that of pure logic. I mean, there are only so many CEOs, for crying out loud!Positions, regardless of ranking, should be given to the most deserving candidates. Skill and experience are of utter importance, especially in a country with a rapidly developing economy. This sense of unfounded entitlement Qatari youth has is only setting them up for disappointment. I felt slightly cheated when this point didn’t come up at the QU – Brookings Doha Center joint discussion titled “Middle East Youth in the 21st Century: Winning the Global Race for Skills”. The guest was Mr. James Wolfensohn, the founder of the Middle East Youth Initiative and a former president of the World Bank (1995-2005). I tried to bring it up several times, but was snubbed. Yes, I’m still bitter about it.The point I’m trying to make is that we, as a society, are too dependent on\demanding of our government; we want to be provided with everything and especially when we don’t deserve it. We are provided with more than enough amenities, as it is, compared to the rest of the world. It’s only natural for a country to want to be run by those who are qualified for the job. You want to become a CEO of a multimillion corporation? BEAT THE OTHER QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO IT. Not with your passport, but with your credentials. High-profile positions in this country, or any country, should not be a birth-right.Any and all thoughts are welcome. In the meantime, I’ll be over there, in the corner, doing my blasted homework.Yeah. Cheers.
- Sep 06, 10I have had every intention for my first post to be, at the very least, a tad bit cheery. I would not have minded a bit of wit and humor to be thrown into the mix, but I'm not a hard person to please. I don't find it in me to attempt to convey any of the aforementioned. I know, in my heart of hearts, that I will come to regard this post with the most foul of sentiments, but sometimes, the item on the very end of your list is the one you need the most.I woke up feeling entirely abominable. The loathsome state in which I found myself was not entirely physical, as much as it was metaphysical. Although, upon further reflection, the fact that I've managed to sleep no longer than the measly sum of three hours might have had a hand in that.I have been thinking, more often than I'd like to admit, about drafting my will. I have already decided who to entrust with its safekeeping. I have picked not one, but three people, other than whom I find nobody worth trusting.There are two problems with that. I, as of you yet, haven't started putting into words that which my heart desires. Not even a single words in all the days this task has been haunting me. The other problem is that I'm not sure they would take it as seriously as I do, or that they might take it too seriously. After all, I understand what a burden the request I intend to make might impose.I don't know how I will go about things, or if I'm actually going to go through with this eventually. I want to write my will in the best and thoroughest way I can. Not that I'm feeling especially morbid, but you never know. What I'm sure of is that, if I happened to meet my demise ever so coincidentally and without prior appointment, I'd like to be able to say certain things to certain people.I don't know if anyone, other than myself, would read this. If you, random person, are reading this, you may have noticed I have a slight flair for the dramatic and slightly sappy. I apologize for having inflicted such a vice of my person upon the innocent public. However, and as it runs in my veins, do not expect a change of heart any time soon. Perhaps a change of mood, however.Until then.
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