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To the recent uproar surrounding Charlie Hebdo, I say: Je Ne Suis Pas Charlie.
Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Je Ne Suis Pas Charlie

Summer Thomad
January 22, 2015
After the recent attacks of satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, there has been an international outcry of people proclaiming "Je Suis Charlie." However, I do not stand with this statement.
Learning to drive is one of the major steps to becoming an independent individual. This year, I am determined to get behind the wheel and finally learn this necessary skill. Photo Credit: Yusuf Thomad

The Pursuit of Independence

January 7, 2015
Learning not to rely so heavily on others in various aspects of my life has become one of my greatest conquests.
Self reflection can be a critical step in self discovery.
Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

A Guide to Self Discovery

December 17, 2014
Finding yourself often requires you to dig deep and try new things; here are some ideas on making the journey of self discovery easier.
In a world where erasing memories is as easy as the click of a mouse, how many of our experiences would we compromise? 
Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Are you better off?

December 10, 2014
Unpleasant memories and bad experiences undoubtedly leave a mark on our lives; however, it is up to us to see them as lessons, rather than regrets.
With a simple glance at my bedroom walls, it is plain to see the extent of my love for various mediums. 
Photo Credit: Amne Thomad

Healthy Fanaticism

November 23, 2014
Being a fan can be a fun experience, as long as it does not keep you from seeing the bigger picture.
Generously filled pages of aspirations and desires occupy my spare notebooks as well as my mind. 
Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Never content

November 13, 2014
Whether I’m happy or sad, I often find it difficult to be fully content with anything.
Throughout adolescence, we tend to take on new identities that eventually form who we are as adults. However, looking back on one's childhood by flipping through photo albums and reminiscing about the past reminds us of what made us who we are today.
Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Figuring It Out

November 4, 2014
Adolescence is a process of forming an identity, rather than just a moment in time.