Monday Evening Inspiration

Monday, October 6, 2008
By Yumna
Monday Evening Inspiration

I had to change the title of “Monday Morning Inspiration” to “Monday Evening Inspiration” because I didn’t get a chance to post to my blog this morning. My apologies to those of you who were waiting this morning. One of you very nicely told me that your day felt incomplete. Thanks for the »

Britain’s Got ‘Desi’ Talent

Monday, September 29, 2008
By Yumna

There is an enormous amount of desi talent out there, and one such dynamic duo appeared on the show “Britain’s Got Talent.” The duo calls themselves “Dynamic” which is a very befitting name because they are definitely versatile, talented, and full of surprises. Check out their audition dance – You will LOVE it!!! Goes to show you »

Monday Morning Inspiration

Monday, September 29, 2008
By Yumna
Monday Morning Inspiration

Good Morning! It’s Monday morning and it is the last Monday in September. That means we’ll be welcoming October and all the pretty colours that go along with it very soon. As usual today, it’s time for some Monday Morning Inspiration.:) Here’s a picture of my cat Baadal who never ceases to amaze me with all »

Monster-in-Laws

Saturday, September 27, 2008
By Yumna

Here’s that topic that married people love to discuss: Monster-in-laws. Well some of you might be blessed with in-laws that are loving, non-interfering, and positive, but the general desi experience or stereotype is that of in-laws from hell. The most dreaded relationship is that of saas bahu (mother-in-law and daughter-in-law). It’s one relation that is super »

Monday Morning Inspiration

Monday, September 22, 2008
By Yumna
Monday Morning Inspiration

Good Morning Everyone! I hope the weekend was fun for those of you that had it off. For those guys and gals that were slogging away over the weekend, make sure you get in a few hours for some rest and relaxation. It’s Monday, and that means it’s time for Monday Morning Inspiration! On one of »

Emergence of a Long-Lost “Genre” in Pakistani Music

Wednesday, September 17, 2008
By Yumna
Emergence of a Long-Lost “Genre” in Pakistani Music

Emergence of a Long-Lost “Genre” in Pakistani Music By: Hassaan Q – Staff Writer for DesiGupShup.com I’m talking about the females in the music industry. They’re basically not there, except for Hadiqa Kiani and then the less commercial Fariha Pervaiz. The newest one to come on to the block is not just one, but a duo. They go »