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About

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Five years of blogging and here I am redoing my ‘About Me’ section because as much as I’ve evolved with the blog over the years, this page has lazily stayed the same. So here’s me introducing myself to those of you who may be new and just having another chat with those who’ve been with me for years.

Hi, I’m Shehzeen. Born in Pakistan, raised in Pakistan. I currently live in Sydney with the love of my life, Nabeel (who by the way, through no choice of his, makes guest appearances on the blog from time to time).

This blog is one of my most favorite spots in the world. It’s where I write what I’d text a friend about. My favorite eyeliner, the perfect white pants, fixing my living room, cooking disasters at home, realizations, dreams, grief, fears, birthdays, anniversaries, random nothings, social commentary. Important things, pointless things.

I love average. Perfectly done things are great but not my aspiration. Average style, average cooking, average makeup skills, average to-do lists. I thrive on average. I’ll cheer you on for that perfect dinner you took 8 hours to cook. And I’ll cheer you on for the takeout you threw onto fancy plates, because why not.

I’m a fan of slow living. I appreciate single-tasking. I like to simplify the smaller things, I find they help simplify the bigger ones in life.

I love nature. I love plants.

I don’t like spending too much on material items. I prefer low budget and value secondhand.

I like to believe that I’m not here to sell an ideal or to conform to someone’s expectation of me. I don’t wish to sell a pre packaged version of myself. I learn, I evolve, I share as I am. I’m just being.

I don’t think I aspire to wish to be relatable to you over situations in life. We’ll find relatability to each other at particular points in time – moving into a new home, a career milestone, loss of a parent, relationships in life – but as life goes on, both of us will evolve. You’ll have more kids or travel more. I’ll burn more toasts, maybe do things you can’t find the time for. But I believe in long-term commitment, I think situational relatability is an oversold concept of the internet. I hope for us to be relatable to each other over simply….life. The love for the important people we know, our compassion for others, warm support for good humans, the want to be better, the drive to find the perfect bingeworthy show. No matter where you are in life, no matter where I am in life. I want us to be more long-term than some situational relatability, you know.

I love wholesome food. And kind people. It’s good to be good to others.

Everyday life can get busy. We all need to disconnect. A two week vacation on an island with margaritas and good WiFi is always the right solution. But when that’s not an option, take out five minutes to come hang with me everyday. Some days will be life-changing, like discovering that red lipstick we’d been waiting for our entire lives. And some days it will be more casual like reading unsolicited life advice.. But we’ll find you that break whenever you need it. And even when there’s nothing at all. Please come as you are, this is a safe place here.

We’ll have multiple cups of chai together (or any legally accessible beverage of your choice) while I’ll pretend to talk lifestyle and you’ll pretend to listen. It’s going to be good.

Thanks for coming today and (almost?) everyday.

89 Comments

    1. Hey hope u doing well ..I have never read Someone blog posts except for reading few on Pinterest…I just wanna say you are a very genuine person and you say almost everything without hesitating ..love your confidence and the way you have maintained everything in your life .. few months back I saw you on instagram and lately I started following you ..you sometimes motivate me to get up and clean my house when I am being lazy 😂Thanku girl for that !and I wish I can learn the way how you write and express your self to the world 🙂one day ..lots of love and prayers ❤️Regards from Melbourne

    2. Hey dear, found you today…n exploring since last 2 hours…god bless…was down wid a fight wid husband…and ur blog over in laws management ( it is actually a management 🙂 ) made me come out of my sad moments..god bless u… reading all other blogs n comments…m sure u r an inspiration…love u…😘

  2. So I had been following you since the past few days just for random everyday readings but today, I honestly spent three consecutive hours (still continued) to read EVERYTHING from oldest to latest posts in each category 😀 hahahahha! That's one hell of a job! You're doing a great job here 🙂 Totally admirable. Three words, KEEP IT UP!

    1. OMG i got a gem .i am total loving with your content your bio..

  4. hi would love to get in touch with you for a feature on masalamommas.com, do you have an email contact? Anjum Nayyar.

  5. I have loved your blog since-don't-know-when specially for the reason that you kicked your corporate job and now entertain women like us (stuck in corporate).

    Few days back, I was reading your blog during my lunch hour when my Indian colleague looked at your picture and was awestruck that how beautiful you are. He is a guy so I told him "dude she is married."

    I had to tell you this hence dropping a comment 🙂
    You are super awesome in making anyone's day.

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      I LOVE YOU. If I make your day, it's comments like these that make mine. I really love it when a long time reader comments, so much, much gratitude 😀

      p.s. hi indian colleague, here are some fries. ^_^

  6. Shehzeeeen! I came across your blog a couple weeks ago in passing and checked it out. I later closed all the webpages I had open and went to bed, and honestly I can't remember any of the other sites I had open, but somehow I find myself coming back to yours time and time again. So needless to say, I think I'm hooked and it's about time I give in! Love the blog girl!

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      Oh man Baneen, I was dying at my laptop right now, sleepy and tired, and you just pumped me up. Haha. Thank you so much for the love. So happy you found it and I hope you stay FOREVAHHHHH.

  7. It is so disturbing that we, as a society, have a holier-than-thou complex on each and every thing. We just have to poke our noses in every thing and criticize just for the sake of criticizing. Sad. Learn to love people. Let go of the negativity. If anyone has seen "Bambi" when they were little then they should remember "If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all".

  10. I like your writing style. Short, Good and Effective. Your gift is that you don't indulge in unnecessary thoughts. Keep up the great work.

  12. OH GOD I MISSED THIS SO MUCH!

  13. Loved, loved, loved reading the bio, especially the relatability part! (Secretly screenshotted it to re-read it a zillion times to have a better understanding/answer for some people that u outgrow in life at a particular point but might click back together after a few years/decades)

  14. Been sort of quietly been watching (ummm read: stalking) you for a little while and officially followed you on insta not long after your move to Aus… but this intro is where I stopped and wanted to say hi 🙂 having been a (slightly) decent blogger until a few years ago, I felt like you whisked me away with you… and thats what blogging is.. when you’re able to take someone on your journey of endless chaais and other life things ❤ and they don’t mind.. for the most part!
    Great apartment in Syd too, looking forward to seeing it all set up. I live in Canberra so if you guys ever decide to drive down hit me up, I may be instrumental in convincing you that it is not as boring as its reputation 😋 and I will promise you decent coffee or chai haha!
    All the best withe the blog revamp and new life in Aus , much love.

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      So happy you said hi! Nabeel’s best friend actually lives in Canberra and he says the same hah! Thank you so much for the sweet message, lots of love xx

      1. My pleasure 🙂
        Glad to hear there are other Canberra ambassadors out there giving the capital a good rap! Hahah x

  15. I absolutely loved reading this. Specially the average part. Love your blog!

  16. YOUR FAVORITE COMMENTER (at least i hope you like me) IS BACK – UFFF SO HAPPY I CAN COMMENT NOW – JHAPPIS PAPPIS (as you would say) LOVE YOU

  17. Well this is the first time i actually bothered to open About Me in anywhere in general. Totally loved it. Most amazing thing is your words are so easily relatable , something we all feel n want to say and you say it in such a easy quirky way. Awesome job shehzeen 👍 i like how are always available with yourreplies, mostly i communicate on insta with you . You are like my new internet buddy. Stay amazing ❤


  19. Lovedddd ur new ‘about me’. U r so mature yet so energetic and fun loving(mature ppl r usually boring bt u r NOT) I have been following u since last two years…and i feel like I know you more than I know my best friends, ur blog looks so apna apna sa. I have never felt bored or disconnected while reading or watching your blog/vlog no matter in whatever mood I am. Keep writing, we’ll keep coming everydayyy to have a cup oftea with u 🙂

  20. This is great Shehzeen! I’ve been following your blog for a while now and just reading through this updated version makes one realise how much you’ve evolved as a blogger. You’re truly an inspiration to all of us bloggers out there. Here’s to more exciting times for your blog!

    ps: you’ve got me hooked to the song ‘meere karvaan’ … I just can’t stop listening to it since I heard it on your instastory today.


  22. Hiii ! I’ve never loved someone’s “About me” as much as I loved reading yours! you truly are a rockstar and I absolutely love this space…so vibrant and happy, always! So glad to have discovered your blog and then get hooked to it 🙈💟💟

  23. Hi shehzeen. I started following you while you were on break from blog updates. I love your posts. They are fun. They are simple and yet deep. Keep going 😊 and the color of your tea always looks the best that i havent been able to make so far 😂😭

  24. Loved the updated intro, Shehzeen. So many goeey sparky feels with this!
    It’s post iftaar in Pakistan and we should have chaae, Hi friend ♥️

  25. Love Love Love everything about you and your blog, everything seems so related able.

  26. Hi dear I wanted to read everything but with a small kid it’s quite difficult..whenever I find time I just read your blog. Love your work 💕

  27. Hi Shehzeen!! I actually have been following you since my cousin was sharing about you to me. Then, I followed you on Insta and today finally decided to read your amazing and endlessly inspiring blogs. Love it so much!! Shukriya for making my day !! 😘😘

  28. Hi shehzeen, the award for best “natural/causal/relate-able/super super readable” writer goes to you! Three cheers <3

  30. Last time I emailed you requesting to update your bio as most of the readers were interested to know more. I’m happy that my request was addressed. This page is the most interesting page of your entire blog. I just love the way you introduce yourself. You look stunning in the sidebar pic with blue goggles. You seem to be a super cool woman. Stay as your are..Cheers!

  31. Hi i am new here….I realy enjoy reading your blogs👌they are just life ….. thanks to mangobazz page who highlighted you in their post of five amazing blogging women of pakistan..👍still reading your blog 😍

  32. Hi miss shehzeen, i m sure i couldnt spell your name correctly. Anyways just seen a like from you at my comment on Midd Zahida haider FB post asking the location of the friends in list. My comment which you liked is ” Bahawalpur south punjab. So in querry i visited your page named Liz white and seen a Vlog on bahawalpur city and its very famous icons such Derawar ,Noor and darbar palace food and bazaar. I love my city and pleased to see your beautifully captured Vlog. Thanx

  33. Hi Shehzeen, I am a silent follower on insta since long but its been recent that I visited your blog page and have been compelled to say hi to you. I struggle with giving and receiving admiration (makes me super awkward) but the hardwork you have put in your blog speaks for itself. I go even way back with you when i was looking for “what kind of look” I want for my own Mehndi that i stumbled upon a picture of you in that green mukesh dress (please tell me it was you or my whole life will be a lie, lol) only to realize years later that i was YOU! I got married in 2013 btw. Just like you, have recently moved to Sydney from Pakistan and settling down in new life and a new job. I have a feeling we will meet at Rashays one day, lol.. .and I will definitely come say Hi..

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      Haha, oh my god, yes I was the one in those green clothes! Hiiiii. Am so excited to hear from you on the blog 🙂 Hope you have an amazing time settling in here, it’s such a great city! And yes please if you do see me anywhere, please come say hi, i’d love to say hi to you too. <3


  35. Salam i recently tumbled upon your blog. Nice to meet you 😊

  36. So I have been a silent spectator , following your blog since Dubai days . I am a fellow Indian desi based out of UAE.. While I missed meeting you when you were here..but you truly are inspiring in your many nonchalant ways :)))) Irrespective from India or Pakistan .. you have a major desi fan following .. Lots of love and keep shining and inspiring ☺️❤️ .. Best Regards , Pooja

  39. This is the best About Me everrr ! LOVE IT !

  40. Hey shehzeen, I have been following you over a year now. I love the way you dress, your makeup, your home decor, your writing. Just wondering about one thing, how come you never get depressed or sad or dull, I love your positivity and your energy. I shouldn’t b saying this but I love your husband,his looks, his attitude, I meant respect wala love 🥰
    Wish you all the best in life, love following ur blogs 😊

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      Hey Saima, This is so generous of you to say. Thank you for the love for both of us :* To be honest, everyone has dull moments, it’s just how you handle them on a day to day basis, so probably doesn’t look that way for me. It’s just a fraction of anyone’s life you see online, lots of love!

  41. I have been following you for a long time. You are my ideal. I want to be like you. I want me and my husband-to-be to have same great chemistry (we alreasy do have some) after we finally get married InshaAllah. And I want soooo want to have my own place to do whatever you do because I love you. Lots of duas and prayers for both of you. 😍😍

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      Thank you Rida, it’s too kind of you to say that 🙂 I don’t think you should try to be like me, or anyone else, but just the best version of yourself 🙂 You already sound like you have such a sweet spirit, so I don’t doubt that you as a person, and then the both of you, will work out the best life for yourself IA, lots of love :*

  42. I have been following you for so loooong and Shehzeeeeen you are the kind of person everyone needs in his life. You are like a cherry on the cake, a healing tablet and a full-time entertainer. I adore you whenever I see you growing through this platform. May you continue burning toasts, rocking your hair, travelling the places you want and oh, calming our ears with your healing voice. Much much love <3

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      I think you just about managed to make my day 🙂 Thank you too much for this love, I am beyondddd grateful 😀 You are also just the kind of person I need in my “online circle” so thank you for being here, it helps me just as much :*

  43. Please share your sincere thoughts of moving to Australia from Dubai.
    Pros n cons.. It will be of great help!
    Thanks in advance 💐

  44. Hey Shehzeen, I love your work and I have been reading (almost) everything you write and say on instagram and Fb since 2012 (I guess). Your take on life and way with words resonates so well with me that I am compelled to leave a comment here as a token of appreciation from my side. Keep working harder and growing stronger. Much love from Sara.

  45. Absolutely love your blog! You are one of the very few bloggers I follow, it almost feels like following a sister or friend. I love how you find beauty in the ‘average’, something rather refreshing in the midst of everyone trying to be aesthetic and perfect on Instagram!

  47. so i have been following you on Instagram for more than 2 years…its been a lovely time with you your daily walks your beautiful interior decor setups, your cooking, your mirror window cleaning sessions plus i do love your jhumkas collection and not forgetting your road trips…. you are simply sooooooooooo amazing.
    i always wish to go to your website n read a little more about you n your blogging journey and finally time mil e gaya… so its been an hour now and em loving everything over here, too. may the stars are always with you and you keep inspiring us through your thick n thin…..
    loads of love and prayers for you girl <3

  48. Loved reading about you. I’ve started following you on instagram about two weeks back and love seeing a happy beautiful you and you with the love of your life, Nabeel. Love the way you make simple things look interesting and pretty. Sending lots of love from India. ….love, Sonal

  49. Thank you for sharing your perspective! Your posts read like easy, breezy summer breeze! You have a way with words and like Mary Poppins, are dexterous with offering that spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down. Wish you well!

  50. Hello Hello! Just popped here to read this about me again after a very long time. Still love it the same!!

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