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Needlework – Memories of a close-knit tribe

Reminiscing the art of needlework taught in schools, and the lessons learnt from it. It was more than sitting pretty with colourful threads & fabrics. It instilled in us a sense of empowerment, being a part of a tribe or a community. In a world that is so used to ‘one click’ and ‘swipe’ responses or interactions, needlework is far removed from it. We may not land up being designers, but we surely will know how to fix things on our own if we have a tear. It’s a pity this life skill is not taught so commonly in schools today.

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The stories within a sunset

Sheema Shireen takes a moment by her window on a December evening, watching the sun setting on the horizon. As she watches each flickering light of the faraway houses to the lights of vehicles on the road, she is filled with awe of the expanse of the universe and our existence on this planet. Sometimes all it takes is a moment of pause to enjoy a beauteous winter evening by the window.

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