Day 11

Rain always has some sort of mesmerizing effect on me and especially winter rains. I feel as if I am elevated to another universe; it connects me with something phenomenal that I have never seen or experienced through my mortal senses. Karachi has wintry weather which is not excessively cold, just perfect! After the rain sun resplendent in the sky and as the dusk approaches, the splendorous reflection of ginger hued luminosity from the street lamps on moist avenues is simply magnificent.

On 14th December there was a wedding of our neighbor’s daughter. A ceremony of elegance and simplicity, the bride and groom were absolutely charming. It is always nice to see joyful faces, some known and some unknown. Nevertheless, the highlight of the evening was 12 a.m. closing time of the marriage halls. Everything was conducted in perfect order there were no undue delays or dragging of photo sessions with the guests. By 1.00 am we were home and in our comfortable warm beds.

Then the very next morning there was a picnic at the farm-house with my younger cousin Adeel, it was an event organized by his school. Family members were allowed to accompany children and looking at the prospects of a day-off, I volunteered. The day started at 6 am, and then it was all rushing to get everything in order and packing the required stuff. After all the hustle we finally reached this beautiful farm-house, a well-organized and professionally maintained place. Lush green vast lawns with plenty of trees; a beautiful lake and various indoor and outdoor activity areas for both adults and children. It has become almost a rarity to see a place like this

in a cement jungle that is fast becoming a prominent sky line of Karachi. It was indeed a quite relaxing experience for everyone. Even though it was a long day but I had never felt so rejuvenated in a long time.

With blessings and prayers..

Sonya