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Alma Mater, wise and glorious, Child of Light and Bride of Truth, Over fate and foe victorious, Dowered with eternal youth, Crowned with love of son and daughter, Thou shalt conquer as of yore, Dear old Pittsburgh, Alma Mater, God preserve Thee evermore! Photo Credit: pittsburghpanthers.com [...] I could have been a failed dog parent. When I first decided that I wanted to get a dog, I knew I wanted a beagle, despite their supposed loudness and obstinancy. Something about those floppy ears and their spirit just captured me. I checked Petfinder for weeks and visited shelters a few times. Eventually, I [...] I often ride the bus to/from work downtown. It’s cheaper and faster than driving; plus it gives me a chance to relax, take a nap or read a book. Unless, that is, people are yammering away on the bus. I don’t want to say that no one should ever talk on a bus but… well, [...] Life does not cease to be mundane when you live in a fab place any more than it ceases to be fabulous when you live in a mundane place. My friends back home expect, not without justification, that I should be living the fantastic lifestyle in London and I can’t say that I disagree with [...] I think there´s more of a punk sensibility here in London than back in the States. Not that Pgh isn´t devoid of alterna-life but I think you´re more likely to see it out on the streets here. I´ve seen numerous people in sober looking business casual outfits, presumably going to work, with spiked-up punk hair. [...] It seems that most international travel originating in the US or Europe is intended primarily for going to… the US or the rest of Europe. And it makes sense because most people booking from the US or Europe are more comfortable going to European destinations. Honestly, I don’t think that most European destinations would make [...] This past weekend at my good friend Samira’s wedding, I was only one of 3 adult men who donned a traditional outfit whereas the rest of the men all wore Western suits. Every dawat, every formal deshi occasion, the men wear western clothing – pants, button-down shirts or sweater vests. I’m not sure I understand [...] |
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