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This piece explores the unique blend of cultural influences shaped by my experiences growing up between California and Pakistan. From the scents of jasmine and roses to the warmth of family gatherings, each line reveals fragments of my identity. I reminisce about cherished memories—Eid celebrations, family meals, and the simple joys of childhood. Literary references, like Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken," echo the choices that have shaped my path. This reflection captures the essence of belonging and the ties that bind us to our heritage.
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Where I’m From Muhammad Khalid Period 7 3/17/14
I am from jewelry from clothing and plates. I am from the open roof jasmine. I am from the roses. The grass whose long gone limbs I remember as my own.
I’m from eid and Friday lunches from mom and dad. I’m from loud talking and helping out and from rushing.
I’m from don’t be afraid and be successful and try hard. I’m from meeting family. I’m California and Pakistan. Tortillas and rice. From my cousin’s stolen bike taken by my nonsense with a funny story.
The road not taken • By: Robert Frost • I’m from “a road diverged” and “the road not taken” and who can suffer when roses bloom. I’m from San Francisco. Kippers and Scotch pies. From his father that died when he was 11 years old.