And so.. i finally made it to the city they call Islamabad. The flight over was pretty good. I got the 777 plane, which was atleast clean, and more or less sound proof, even though my seat was right next to the engine.

Another good aspect of the flight was that there were’nt any noisy children either. They’re usually the buzz kill of any flight, especially if they’re sitting in front or just behind you. Now, if you’ve been reading my blog, you’d probably ask me, “mansoor… you havent flown for 12 years!! how do u know whats the worst thing about flying?! dont take us for a ride!!!” to which i have a perfectly logical response. Noisy children are a buzz kill in ANY journey!! :D

Coming back to topic, my mom and dad came to recieve me at the Airport. It was lovely seeing them again after such a long time, and likewise they were happy to see me too. After the initial greetings, we piled up in the car, and left for home. I really wanted to have some decent home cooked meal last night (funny how priorities change after living on ur own na? but thats a seperate post) and my mother was only too happy to oblige! On the way, they took pride in pointing out various landmarks of Isb, as if they’ve been living here forever. Its like they’ve been assimilated by the city already, which is a good thing!

Once we came home, i was given a grand tour of the house! Now that is an experience in itself! Being given the grand tour of your own house. I, however, was pleasently surprised to see the new place. Its big, spacious and has quite the view. (That i got to see the next morning). After the tour, we sat down to dinner. I hadnt realized how much i had missed those days of eating with the family.

After dinner, i gave mom all the items i had been ‘entrusted’ to transport to her. Overall, i came with two suitcases, of which one was completely filled with her stuff. The stuff included birthday gifts from various family members and it was fun to watch her opening each package.

Overall, it was good! I get to spend Eid here.. get away from the hustle and bustle of Karachi life.. get to have a proper vacation in AGES.. and!!! get to write on Islamabad Metroblogs (tanzila.. happy? lol).