…or my failed attempt to get some alone time in New York City. One thing that I just don’t get about New Yorkers is how they can live with so many people all the time. I found it taxing to constantly be in a sea of people, having to find myself thrust into their conversationsContinue reading “NYC: A Tourist Attempts to Escape the Crush of Humanity”
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Time for an Obligatory Blog Post
The 9/11 Memorial is a deep chasm with falling water. Walking towards where the towers stood I didn’t get the impression of it being significant. In fact around the Memorial was a festive park like atmosphere, much like the rest of New York City, filled with tourists from all around the world. I snaked myContinue reading “Time for an Obligatory Blog Post”
Reflections on Millennial Leaders Program, From Central America
When I arrived in New York City to attend the Millennial Leaders Program (MLP) at Union Theological Seminary, this summer, I didn’t have any expectations. I was just humbled to be there because of the history and weight Union carried at the intersection of American spiritual and political life. The school is the leading sourceContinue reading “Reflections on Millennial Leaders Program, From Central America”
NYC- There’s Just Your First Time
Adventure, did someone yell “ADVENTURE?” I fell that these days I hear it everywhere! And, apparently 2015, so far Alhumdulillah, can be summed up in that single word. Being the de facto theme for this year. Its my first visit, to New York City, can you imagine that? (Then on to Boston and a camping trip toContinue reading “NYC- There’s Just Your First Time”
Corner Office Shaikh 