How terribly human of me

Afreen A

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What I've Been Thinking About

I was back in my hometown - the place I grew up in - for a few weeks. It was wonderful to be home. The city has changed and grown without any regard for my absence. Without an ounce of thought for changing when I wasn't there to witness it.

I think I have a sense of entitlement toward this city. How dare it change so much when I am not even there? Does it not care about my absence at all? Did it not want to wait for me while I was away for so long?

Okay, maybe I am not entirely mad about it. The city has more cafes for me to explore now. While I was there, I met past versions of myself through old friends. I was also able to witness my past self through the lens of my current self. Happy to say I am not entirely disappointed with the growth I have seen.

I also missed my home in Toronto when I was back in the city I grew up in. How terribly human of me to never be satisfied with what I have. How terribly human of me to always find something to complain about. How terribly human of me to make not just one place my home, but multiple places my home.

What I've Been Reading

I recently finished Buy Nothing, Get Everything by Liesl Clark and Rebecca Rockefeller. It is a book about how there is too much human-produced stuff on this planet and how we keep taking from nature. It has made me rethink buying things and look for creative ways to get what I want while leaning more on community. I really cannot recommend this book enough.

What I Want You to Know

Palestine 36 is out in theatres! Go watch it. For folks in Toronto, I am going in a couple of weeks. Let me know if you want to join.

Recent Joys

  • A really good dosa
  • Neighbourhood kids I became friends with

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