I was so motivated and productive at the start of this year and a tiny bit after my girlfriend left me, now im just a lazy slob feeling bad about myself and not doing anything about it
Gang am I doom for choosing architectural course for my future? Like fate just now made me see that architecture isn't really a practical course especially to where I live in, the capital corrupt of the world (aka Philippines). Tell me gang, should I back out? There's still time for me to apply to other schools to different course. huhuhu I'm lowkey afraid of my future
March 18, 2026 – The Last Ashra in Karachi The traffic in Gulistan-e-Johar is absolute madness tonight. Living so close to the LuckyOne Mall has its perks, but during the last days of Ramadan, it feels like all of Karachi is on Rashid Minhas Road. Amma and I finally finished our Eid shopping today. I’m glad we live in Karachi, there’s an energy here you just don't get in other cities. Even with the cancellation of the March 23rd parade due to the national austerity drive, the local markets are still buzzing with people buying green flags and new clothes.
Story Journal: Mushk’s Perspective (Gulistan-e-Johar) March 18, 2026 – The Eve of Celebration Living in the heart of Gulistan-e-Johar, the excitement is usually deafening by now. My parents are busy coordinating with siblings for the "Big Eid" dinner, but the news today is different. President Zardari has approved the cancellation of the March 23rd parade due to the ongoing Gulf oil crisis and austerity measures. Instead of the usual fighter jets over Karachi, we’ll be marking the day with simple flag-hoisting ceremonies. It feels strange, but as Papa says, "The spirit of the Resolution is in our unity, not just the displays." March 21, 2026 – Eid in the Johar Household Eid fell today! The morning was a whirlwind of sheer-khurma and the sound of my younger siblings rushing to get their Eidi. Our apartment in Johar is filled with the scent of ittar and new clothes. Despite the national "fuel-saving" mode, the neighborhood is alive. We’re staying home more this year, opting for a big family lunch rather than driving across the city. It’s quieter without the usual roar of the crowds at the parade grounds, but it makes the family time feel more intentional. March 23, 2026 – A Different Pakistan Day Today marks the 86th anniversary of the Karachi Resolution. Usually, we’d be watching the televised parade from Islamabad while eating breakfast. Today, the screen shows a solemn flag-hoisting ceremony. My brothers and I spent the morning putting up a small green flag on our balcony. Even without the grand festivities, the dual significance of Eid and our National Day falling together feels like a rare blessing