Recent Entries
Final Thoughts on Reshaping Identities
While reading the conclusion of Artists of the Floating World by Rob Burton a single sentence really seemed to jump out at me, “Firstly, to be a... read more
Singing a Different Tune
"I would like to ask the music industry to look at itself and ask itself some hard questions. There would be no U2 the way things are right now and th... read more
Finding a Balance
When I was in junior high my mom's college friend, Patrick**, came to our house to visit. I thought he was a little odd, constantly laughing at his ow... read more
Being Middle Eastern in the United States
On Thursday May 1st I attended the CSU Chico discussion called “Being Middle Eastern in the United States.” I expected a completely seri... read more
Understanding Pakistan
On April 29 I attended a CSU Chico international forum called “Understanding Pakistan” and presented by Mahan Mirza, who works in the Ch... read more
Objects and Greed
I remember when I was about 7 I receive my first allowance from my mom for cleaning my bedroom. An entire $5. I was very excited about the money and f... read more
Trying on Names
Kati, Kstein, Kiki, Presh, Keetow. These are all names that I am familiar with and have been called on a regular basis. My mom and dad have differen... read more
Trying to Balance Culture
Moving to a new country and choosing whether or not you completely adapt to the new culture, keep or own culture completely intact or find a balance b... read more
The Journey to Recovery
Feeling alone, sad or even depressed are all feelings that at some point every normal human being will experience. But how does one pick u... read more
Struggling with Creativity
Living with a disorder or illness that effects your social and mental capabilities has to be extremely frustrating. My brother Jake is 18 and is sev... read more
