Inayaah's Ears Piercing

Today we took Inayaah to get her ears pierced. I have been wanting to go forever now, but Asu used the "six-month" excuse. 

Inayaah was so happy to be at the mall. A lot happier than Asu was; Asu was freaking out. Motherhood softens you up like crazy. 

Look at those cute little eyes.

Here she is sitting on Noshi Mama's lap, getting ready.

Ta-da! 

There is a picture in between these 2 pictures that I took but I didn't post because she looked so sad. I mean really sad but how adorable does she look with her new earrings? 

Happy Birthday Squish

Ah the busy month of November. So. Many. Birthdays. 

Last week it was Eisha's, aka Squish, birthday and guess what? I completely forgot. I mean completely, just had no clue. I knew it was coming up because I ordered something online for her but I forgot it was on the 14th. I'm glad her mom called and left me a message because otherwise there wouldn't have been an 8 PM call. Forgetting is a big deal in our family. I mean we're the kind of people that like to compete to see who the first wisher is at midnight. It gets pretty heated. 12:01 is too late. 

Back to the topic, ah Squish's birthday. Yes. My dorky, book worm, socially awkward, super creative Squish is all grown up (I believe 19). Where does the time go?

Before I forget Squish, let me take this time to remind you that you called me your "BFF" Friday night. This is incase you ever forget. You won't now. Its now on the internet. 

Anyhow, Happy Birthday Squish. Even though you are turning into a beautiful and smart young lady, to me you will always be the dork with the crooked teeth, and I mean some crazy looking teeth, and weird book obsessions. 

I just hope each passing year, you'll stop being so lazy (people, I got my birthday gift a year after my birthday). Love you.

And yes, of all the pictures I took, I'm using this one :)

Happy Birthday Asu

You know the best part about having 5 sisters? Having 5 sisters. Growing up I didn't need many friends because I had 5 around-the-clock-i-can-never-escape-them friends. Sure we didn't get along all the time (we still don't) but I know they love and care for me unconditionally, no matter what I do. 

“Sister. She is your mirror, shining back at you with a world of possibilities. She is your witness, who sees you at your worst and best, and loves you anyway. She is your partner in crime, your midnight companion, someone who knows when you are smiling, even in the dark. She is your teacher, your defense attorney, your personal press agent, even your shrink." 

People always ask me who my favorite sister is, but the truth of the matter is they're all my favorite, for one reason of another. 

Even though we are 8 years apart, Asu is my favorite because, in addition to a million other things, she has a really big heart. I mean a really big heart. She always gives, gives and gives, but doesn't ask anything in return. She is loving and caring and funny and humble and smart and gorgeous. She is there for me when I need her and she's there for me when I don't. If you look up "older sister" in the dictionary, you'll see her picture (in addition to my 4 other sisters, of course); she is the ultimate older sister. 

I am so lucky to have you in my life. Happy Birthday Asu. Love you. 

Dulles Airport + TooSso

Let me tell you something about Dulles Airport, my people love it.  I think I am at Dulles Airport at least once a month.  I am at Dulles either dropping someone off or picking someone up.  Unfortunately, I am never the one leaving.  

My parents just recently went to Pakistan; no I have not been partying everyday.  Ever since my mom left, I now have 5 mothers (the result of being the youngest of 6 sisters).  Its a blessing and a curse, but lets be real, I am loving the attention I am getting. 

Pakistani parents take the most awkwardest pictures

Recently I discovered the benefit of going to Dulles Airport: TooSso Pakistani Kitchen. I have no clue what it means, actually I am not even sure how to pronounce it but whatever it is, it is amazing. 

Of course theres a baby picture--this was before we went inside

Its a pretty small restaurant but very nicely decorated.  They have decorated their walls with Pakistani soda caps, kites and a projector playing old Pakistani movies (genius!). 

I really liked the menu because there wasn't a million things to choose from--it was short and simple. 

We decided we would get the Meat Samosas, the Bun Kebab Special which came with Mirchi Fries and for dessert, if you know me, you know I love my desserts, Faluda.

Even though the Bun Kebab reminded me of the ones I had in Pakistan, literally they are so good, the Samosas were eh; the Faluda was really good too.

I didn't get to enjoy all of my Faluda because this happened:

Even though I didn't try much on the menu, I am definitely going back there for the Bun Kebab and Faluda. 

Pumpkin Patch

I have been meaning to post about the Pumpkin Patch I went with my little babies but I keep of slacking.  Story of my life. 

Anyway, on Tuesday I went to the Cox Farm Pumpkin Patch in Centreville with Mahnoor and Saif. I love these kids but man they are socially awkward; Saif didn't leave my side the whole time and Mahnoor wanted to go to school the whole time we were there. 

We started the Pumpkin Patch with the mandatory Hayride. 

This is how excited the kids when we first got there. Wait until you see the last picture I took. 

After the Hayride, we stood in line for a slide until it started raining and the slide closed. Whomp. Whomp. We took shelter for a bit, ate lunch (Nutella sandwiches, of course) and then the kids were free to go run around. I had class in the afternoon so we called it a day around noon and the kids selected their mini Pumpkin to go. 

I kid you not, these were their happy faces by the end of the day. 

DIY: Succulents

I finally got around to something I have been wanting to do for months now: DIY Succulent Cups.  I really wanted to use a tea cup but my dad has a garage sale craze and brought these sugar holders/sugar cups/the thing you put sugar in (I have no clue what to call them).

I didn't do anything innovative really.  Just got the succulent with its roots, stuck it in the sugar cup (thats what I'm calling it), added some gardening soil and voila!

Isn't it the cutest idea to spruce up a table setting?

A Much Needed Break

It's Saturday, well it was Saturday, it's almost over now but regardless it's the weekend! For some reason I woke up at 9 today. The day I want to sleep in, the day I need to sleep in, my brain decides to wake me up at 9. And if that's not bad enough, I couldn't fall back asleep because my brain decided to tell me about the million things I need to do soon and all the embarrassing and annoying things that went down this week. Yes I'm that person that thinks about something even if it happened a month ago, especially if I did something stupid but for the life of me I can't seem to remember where my classes are.

Today, Bushra, Nosheen and I went to Nirala in Brookfield Plaza (Springfield). After working at the Commonwealths Office and realizing how many bad things happen there, I don't really like being there BUT they have Food Corner and Nirala there. Who can say no to amazing Gyros, Ras Malai and Mathai (both are South Asian desserts)? I know I definitely can't. 

Seriously Food Corner is the best Gyro place. Ever. In history. It's amazing. 

My favorite Mathai at Niralla is Kalakand. I'm not a foodie so I have no idea how they make this (it must involve magic) and what's in it but I know what it tastes like and it tastes like happiness and sunshine.  I am also obsessed with Ras Malai. 

Of course no Saturday is complete without a trip to Chuck E Cheese. Ami (mom) finally decided to go with us today and kicked ass in Skee Ball. Me on the other hand, beat a 12 year old boy in Basketball. I've never felt so young in my life. 

Another Saturday has passed too quickly. Now I must spend what time I have left watching Arrow. Ladies, if you haven't started watching that show, believe me you're missing out.