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by Shaheen Rajan

Fatma Khalil

Made of faith, spirituality, madness, humour.

Music, Humor and Other Things that are ‘Life’ to the Deaf

Posted on 6th August 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
Music, Humor and Other Things that are ‘Life’ to the Deaf
Posted In LifestyleTagged In coke studio for the deaf, deaf pakistan, deaf reach school, dolmen cares, dolmen mall, faisal kapada, fesf, music

“I think this initiative by Coke Studio Pakistan, to reach out to the deaf community is just an amazing, unthinkable experience – as to how you can convert music into Continue Reading

Go Sorbet, Grab Pastels

Posted on 29th July 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
Go Sorbet, Grab Pastels
Posted In StyleTagged In Apple, beige, blues, dil toh pagal hai, diva magazine, fatma khalil, hues, maya ali, mint, mohabbatein, parineeti chopra, pastels, pinks

In my early to mid-teens I recall how awestruck by Yash Chopra’s romance sagas I was (well, who isn’t to date) and also, as a hopeless digger for minimalistic style Continue Reading

My Top 3 Iftar Indulgences So Far…

Posted on 24th June 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
My Top 3 Iftar Indulgences So Far…
Posted In Eating OutTagged In appetizers, broadway pizza, burger, burger lab, Iftar, lals patisserie, Mediterranean rice, Nut Encrusted Chicken, pepperoni pizza, ramazan, Roast beef foccacia, spicy chicken

The best part about Ramazan in the social aspect is but of course the thirty happy Iftar hours it brings to us month round and with it comes oodles of Continue Reading

Your Quick & Easy Guide to Wholesome Eating this Ramazan

Posted on 8th June 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
Your Quick & Easy Guide to Wholesome Eating this Ramazan
Posted In LifestyleTagged In dinner, healthy food, healthy meals, iftaar, ramadan, Ramzan, sehri, Suhoor

Clearly Ramazan is not quite the time to aim for weight loss by consuming even fewer calories when you can finally eat, but it sure is the month to maintain Continue Reading

15 Exotic Destinations That Await Embracing Us

Posted on 1st June 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
15 Exotic Destinations  That Await Embracing Us
Posted In TravelTagged In Andalusia, Belgium, Budapest, Croatia, Dresden, Estonia, France, Greece, Honolulu, Normandy, Positano, Prague, Punta Mita, San Francisco, Spain, St. Regis

When I ask people as to why they travel or wish to, it brings forth such wonderful perspectives and answers! It renders me an insight into the hidden charisma of Continue Reading

10 Bare Basics of Karachi Summer 2016

Posted on 25th May 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
10 Bare Basics of Karachi Summer 2016
Posted In Pakistani Things, StyleTagged In 2016, cool inn, dandee, fashion, food, Karachi, karachiite, kolhapuri chappal, peshawari icecream, salvars, shikanjbeen, summer

Last summer must have been the first in a decade that I wasn’t in my beloved Karachi as I struggled to live the supposed “high life” Dubai in parallel to Continue Reading

How Mahemir Entertained & Disdained Me

Posted on 18th May 20169th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
How Mahemir Entertained & Disdained Me
Posted In Movie ReviewsTagged In aly khan, fahad mustafa, iman ali, mahemir, mir taqi mir, sanam saeed, sehbai

Not looking to bog you down with a diagnostic movie review of Mahemir here, as you might have read that at length somewhere  by now. Just sharing a friendly take Continue Reading

And They Set Ablaze The Subcontinent With Their ‘Come Hither’ Look

Posted on 12th May 201610th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
And They Set Ablaze The Subcontinent With Their ‘Come Hither’ Look
Posted In StyleTagged In alia bhatt, ayesha omer, beach, pepe jeans pakistan, sidharth malhotra, sikander rizvi, vogue india

Is it just me or someone else out here too could see a stark resemblance in the two of the most trending and sizzling beach shoots from the subcontinent by Continue Reading

Unleash Your Ultimate Radiant Potential

Posted on 2nd May 201610th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
Unleash Your Ultimate Radiant Potential
Posted In Beauty, LifestyleTagged In Beauty, drink well, eat well, food, food abuse, food therapy, hair, Health, heart, joints, nutrition, skin nails, supplements

Each of us wish and even work towards achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, lustrous hair, strong and fast growing nails, a youthful flawless skin and a fit, active body Continue Reading

The Game That We Call ‘Dating’ – Under the Curse of the Digital Era

Posted on 27th April 201610th February 2019 by Fatma Khalil
The Game That We Call ‘Dating’ – Under the Curse of the Digital Era
Posted In RelationshipsTagged In cyber love, dating app, dating site, digital age, digital dating, digital era, matchmaking site, online dating, relationships, tinder

“I don’t mind the digital age. It has gotten us connected with the rest of the world, more aware, more enlightened. Extremes exist in every case. A connection is but Continue Reading

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Raise your hand if your amma also categorically di Raise your hand if your amma also categorically disapproves of all 'bahar ka khana' 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️  So can you imagine my surprise when she approved of chocolate crossaints from @kakesbykarimi? Not only did she approve, she also initiated the request to reorder!! Is she possessed? Should I call jharu wale baba?  Okay, they were actually good, yes. Probably the best croissants I have had in Karachi. Flaky on the inside, crispy on the outside, and lots of chocolate filling too (no dhoka here, esp recommended for people with trust issues).  A family member got it delivered to our place (yes, they do home deliveries too), and the box included chocolate and rocher tarts, and butter crossaints. Everything was great. Crossaints were the absolute best.  Sharing to immortalise Mother India’s seal of approval for something that she didn't cook. Bahar ka khana as they call it 😁 And giving my blessings to Karachi folk(ses) to order away from @kakesbykarimi 🥮  #berlinblogger #kakesbykarimi #motherindiaapproved #crossaint #chocolatecrossaint #buttercrossaint #chocolatetart #karachi #stayhomestaysweet #karachifoodies
What you are going through today will make you str What you are going through today will make you stronger tomorrow. Just keep going. Don't give up. Not just yet. You have what it takes to see this through.  I have done about a 100 different things for the first time in the last 3 months. Out of those 100, about 87 were 'what the heck is that?!' kind. Not only did I not know that such a situation/circumstance could block my way, I also had zero inkling on how to get my way out of or conquer it. I am but just a girl trying to do my thing. Why is this all happening to me? Actually, I don't have time to lick my wounds or indulge in self-pity. I have got work to do.  And in all this madness, with highs that made my heart so full that I could cry, and lows so terrible that I just wanted to wrap it up and move to Thailand, there is one thing I have come to believe with ALL MY HEART - asking for help saves you so much unwarranted anguish. Family, friends, acquaintances, government organisations, Google..someone, somewhere has the answer. Or an advise that could get you started in the right direction. Or can offer a safe space to voice your thoughts and find your own answers. Say what you are afraid to say, face your insecurities, and then drag out the solution that was hiding under layers of fear.  And if you live in Germany, you are blessed to have access to institutional support. I would have never sought it out had I not felt cornered and helpless. Just picking up that phone and sending out that email had me running in the opposite direction. But listen, these institutions WILL help if they can. So seek them out, send that email. What do you have to lose?  So, say it with me - I will seek out help if I need it. I will mobilise the power that comes with being part of a system. I got this.  #writersofinstagram #powerfultogether #itsokaytoaskforhelp #yougotthis #fridayvibes #doingthejummathing #pakistanigirlingermany #berlinblogger
How to get tested for free for Covid'19 in Berlin: How to get tested for free for Covid'19 in Berlin:  As per the latest government regulations, Berliners can now get a rapid test for corona virus once a week free of charge. Details in the pictures (swipe for it).  THE DAY OF THE TEST
- Arrive at least 5-10 minutes early. There will be clear directions to the information desk. At the desk, you will be asked for the QR code. After scanning it, you will be handed a number and ask to proceed either directly for testing or to join the queue.  - The test is standard. A long stick, which resembles a swizzle stick in my head, is inserted into your mouth and pushed to the back of your throat gently for a sample. A few turns and then it's pulled out. Then the same stick is inserted into your nose and it goes wayyyy in. Again a few turns and that's about it.  - Neither of the steps are painful. Just uncomfortable. If you don't fret too much, it would be okay. Don't focus too much on where it's going and how deep. Instead, focus on breathing.  - Results for the test come in anywhere between 15 minutes to 2 hours, and delivered to you via email.  Tadaaaaa..that's about it. Hopefully you are virus free, safe and healthy!  Save for later, and share to help the Susan in your life.  #covidtestingberlin #berlinblogger #corona #gettested #getvaccinated #staysafe #maintainsocialdistance #iamcoronafree #berlin
Issa NEGATIVE! Hello Berlin 🌟 #quarantineover Issa NEGATIVE! Hello Berlin 🌟  #quarantineover #schnelltest #coronafree #postrraveltest #pcrtest #berlinblogger #pakistanigirlingermany #immaback #plussizeblogger #plussizeblogger_de #froheostern #froheostern2021
A few days ago, on 23rd March, I saw fireworks nea A few days ago, on 23rd March, I saw fireworks near Karachi Expo Centre. I was so uncomfortable at the sight of them because:  1.Just the day before I had seen a few posters around Expo about DALFA Cattle Show from 21 to 23rd March. It was evening, probably 9:30pm, and my first thought was WHAT IF ANIMALS FROM THE EXHIBITION ARE STILL INSIDE?? The show had cattle (like cows) and other animals (like ostriches, birds like parrots, snakes, peacocks, dogs, something akin lama, and many more) on display.  Fireworks really upset animals, and cause harm that ranges from anxiety, panic, freezing, paralysis, uncontrolled attempts to escape and hide and tremors to gastrointestinal disorders and loss of hearing. Then there are fumes…  The show was scheduled to go until 10pm, so I hope with all my heart that @dalfacattleshow employed special measures to ensure sound proofing for animals (in case they weren’t evacuated before fireworks began).  P.S those animals were absolutely stunning!! Such magnificent cows…truly magnificent!  2. It was on the side of a busy road, and sparks were flying wild. Could a wayward spark possibly torch a vehicle? I don’t know, but as I sat in a car and passed it by, it felt like a real possibility.  The point of this post is to request authorities and remind civilians to be careful when it comes to fireworks. People who have four-legged family are usually careful about these things; if your neighbours have pets or you live close to a zoo, please please please be considerate for their welfare. They can’t communicate their fear or stop you like a human can, but they feel fear and panic just the same (if not more).  Tonight is Shab-e-barat (28.3) and a few will light fireworks. Let’s have this conversation, esp with our young ones, so this civic sense is instilled early. There will be many many more occasions for fireworks in the year ahead; let's be mindful of our four-legged friends while we are at it.  And now presenting some really beautiful cows from Dalfa Cattle Show 2021 (swipe to see)  #whatshappening #whatsnow #karachievents #writersofinstagram #karachiblogger #berlinblogger #Karachiexpocentre​ #Expocentre​
#Dalfacattleshow​​ #karachiexpo
Listen, plus sized girls have it hard. Not to say Listen, plus sized girls have it hard. Not to say others don’t. But let’s focus on us for a minute. Finding ready to wear eastern clothes, which aren’t plain ugly was never easy. While the world moved away from tailored to RTW, we still paid periodic visits to tailors for everything. Yes, something are better custom but sometimes, you wants something finished as well. We just never had that option. About a decade ago. I’d go to the lane on Zamzama where Generation is. The same lane had a a few more stores, and I often just hung out while my friends shopped. Back then, L (roughly translating to size 14) was the biggest size. Generation was a rebel, going up to size 18.  I went to get a few summer essentials yesterday at Dolmen Mall, and was soooooo pleasantly surprised that now so many more stores carry plus sized options (and I am no longer size 14, just fyi). For some reason, I really feel like wearing breezy, floral kurtas this summer in Berlin, and it will now be possible! But of course I have already began - here’s presenting Sapphire’s Scenic Route (2-piece - lawn kurta+chiffon dupatta).  Khussas - Stylo (they also carry sizes upto 43!)  Raise your hand if you are ready for warmer days 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️  #berlinblogger #plussizeblogger #pakistanigirlingermany #shaheenrajan @sapphirepakistan @stylopk #plussizeblogger_de #mashion #karachistreetstyle #wiwt #ss2021 #plusstyle #curvy
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