How to stay unique in a world that demands conformity
It’s a big confusing world out there and belonging means someone’s got your back. But what happens when you try to join a group that’s not your own? The post How to stay unique in a world that demands...
View ArticleTraitor to my Culture
Culture can be captivating and deadly – like a Venus Fly-Trap. You may be screaming to break free of it or banging on the door to be admitted. I’ve been both. The post Traitor to my Culture appeared...
View Article4 Tips For Raising Biracial Children
A century ago, no one would've guessed the United States would have a biracial president. Many thought mixed-race people were destined to lead tragic lives, fitting into neither the black world nor the...
View ArticleGhosts Of Ramadans Past
It’s the early hours of the morning. The sky is still a bottomless black and I've roused myself from sleep to eat before the fast begins... The post Ghosts Of Ramadans Past appeared first on EXPATLOG.
View ArticleWhat made you become a Muslim?
There are times when the faith I connect with seems a different animal viewed through the eyes of others. I wonder if I still count as a Muslim when I disagree with so much it’s purported to...
View ArticleBangles, Betrothal &‘A Good Pakistani Girl’
The narrow gold bands jingled gaily as my mother in law kneaded the atta for the evening’s roti. They glinted in the sunshine when she reached skywards to peg the washing and tinkled when she raised a...
View ArticleIdentity – More Than The Sum Of My Parts
You might think identity is something that comes from within, but copying and assumption have a huge influence in how we see ourselves. The post Identity – More Than The Sum Of My Parts appeared first...
View ArticleReview of “What About Your Saucepans” – genre: expat
Rediscovery, liberation and romance abroad – it might sound formulaic but if it’s handbags, engagement rings and martinis you’re after forget it... THIS IS CHICK LIT WITH BALLS! The post Review of...
View ArticleMerry Christmas from the Muzzies
The tree’s up, gifts have been bought and three homemade Christmas puddings are chilling in the cold cupboard. So far so good – this Muslim household is on track for Christmas... The post Merry...
View ArticleHow do you know your interracial marriage will work?
When K and I decided to be together it turns out, looking back, neither one of us gave it a lot of thought... The post How do you know your interracial marriage will work? appeared first on EXPATLOG.
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