Though there had been moments of beauty in it, Mariam knew that life for most part has been unkind to her. But as she walked the final twenty paces, she could not help but wish for more of it.

Without women taking an active role in Afghan society, rebuilding Afghanistan is going to be very difficult.

For you, a thousand times over

The short of it is, as an aspiring writer, there is nothing as damaging to your credibility as saying that you don't like to read.

I may not agree with all or even most of the tribal traditions, but it seems ti me that, out there, people live more authentic lives. They have a sturdiness about them. A refreshing humility. Hospitality too. And resilience. A sense of pride.

You changed the subject." "From what?" "The empty-headed girls who think you're sexy." "You know." "Know what?" "That I only have eyes for you.

It was you Nabi. It was always you. Didn't you know?