May 24, 2006
by sholeh
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I am still trying to understand how people get to know each other to form friendships or assumptions based on 5 minute meetings in a crowded room. I am trying to fathom how one can make any judgement of who … Continue reading
May 18, 2006
by sholeh
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I went with a friend to see Live at The Vic on Tuesday night. Amazing. I must start by saying that Live has been one of my favorite bands for at least the last 8 years. I’ve never seen them … Continue reading
May 3, 2006
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My food habits are getting stranger. Part of it is influenced by work, of course. Example of Monday’s “meals”: 1. Corn on the cob/beef/chicken/baked beans/can of Coke 2. Bag of chips 3. Veggies w/dip 4. Candy bar 5. Another can … Continue reading
April 24, 2006
by sholeh
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I got up from my desk this afternoon at work to grab a can of Pepsi from the refrigerator. As I walked across the salesfloor, something didn’t feel right…I wasn’t as tall as I should be! I looked down in … Continue reading
April 19, 2006
by sholeh
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I contemplate my upcoming hour of lunch with trepidation. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy my freedom and food. But it seems like it takes more planning than I really want to deal with these days. Have I become more … Continue reading
April 1, 2006
by sholeh
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On one of the Baha’i web forums I am on, someone posted about Tabula Rasa, a new Baha’i arts magazine. I just read through the entire premiere issue, and it is professional, well-written, and informative. From the site: Tabula Rasa, … Continue reading
March 27, 2006
by sholeh
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Last Tuesday I went with my father and sister to the Girodet exhibit at the Art Institute of Chicago. Anne-Louis Girodet de Roussy-Trioson (1767�1824) was a French painter, and the exhibit is overwhelming. I must say that he is my … Continue reading
March 23, 2006
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UNITED NATIONS, 20 March 2006 (BWNS) — Representatives of the Baha’i International Community reacted with alarm today to a United Nations official’s statement about actions of the Iranian government against the Baha’is in Iran. The United Nations Special Rapporteur on … Continue reading
March 13, 2006
by sholeh
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Yesterday I heard the voice of myself at age 4 I spoke with a Persian inflection as I said prayers into the microphone age 5 I read from a children’s book not recognizing myself as I realized the strength of … Continue reading
March 3, 2006
by sholeh
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“Well is it with you, as you have followed the Law of God and arisen to observe the Fast during these blessed days, for this physical fast is a symbol of the spiritual fast. This Fast leadeth to the cleansing … Continue reading
February 17, 2006
by sholeh
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What is it about office supply stores that make me so happy? Sure, they’re overpriced most of the time, but wow… everything is just so efficient. I found myself in a delirium of joy last night, wandering through the aisles … Continue reading
February 13, 2006
by sholeh
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After the success of the last “I Like…” post, I decided to talk about more things that make me smile. I often read the news to keep up with what is happening with the world, there is a distinct lack … Continue reading
January 29, 2006
by sholeh
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I look at the calendar and realize that it has been 10 days since I posted. Work, a 102 degree fever, preparing for a friend’s wedding, spending time with those I have missed, and trying to organize my new lifestyle … Continue reading
January 11, 2006
by sholeh
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I have a normal job. 8 am – 5 pm, Monday-Friday. Wow. Only 3 hours of sleep on Sunday night…extreme insomnia. In the morning on Monday we did basic form-filling-out & orientation, then had lunch with a bunch of 20-somethings … Continue reading
January 8, 2006
by sholeh
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It appears as though I begin work tomorrow. If only the cubicles looked like this: Too bad it is rather hard to ride a bike to work in a suit (besides the cold weather!). It would be entirely possible to … Continue reading
December 20, 2005
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Well, not the “saleswoman” part quite yet, but I certainly am traveling. I went to the Socio-Economic Development conference in Orlando this past weekend, made some great networking connections and spent time with wonderful friends. (Stolen from one of my … Continue reading
December 9, 2005
by sholeh
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It appears that I have graduated from college. Crazy, no? I have also retained employment. Being as this is a public blog, I’m not going to go into detail, nor am I ever likely to. However, if you are curious, … Continue reading
November 17, 2005
by sholeh
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I drank eggnog tonight from Oberweis, it felt like a sin. mmm. I used to hate the stuff, but I come home to my parents house and it is calling me from the refrigerator: “Shooooleh, come drink me, I’m eggy … Continue reading
November 15, 2005
by sholeh
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(October 2005: Chicago, IL) This is what they meant when speaking in rhymes. No fan of riddles, am I. But in something they said in the way it was read spoke to me in symphony, the harmony did not join, … Continue reading
November 8, 2005
by sholeh
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1. I learned that the pollution is so bad that it can affect your skin. 2. Shopping is fantastic. 3. Flowers bloom in November. 4. The Pacific Ocean at sunset is awesome. 5. You can wear flip-flops in November. 6. … Continue reading