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My Journey to Obtaining a Driver’s License

I started taking driving lessons at the beginning of the summer. By the third month, I was finally going to different places and finally, the day of the driving test arrived. But when the time came, the sun was shining bright and I couldn’t see the book I was reading, and as a result, I failed the test. A week later, I was a little late and didn’t take the test. On the third attempt, I finally passed the driving test with a score of 30 (full marks).

On August 28th, 2011, the practical classes started. During the first session, the instructor told me to put one gear in and to release the clutch while giving gas at the same time. I was struggling to follow these instructions. The instructor said to come to the last class for a review and then go for the main test.

On October 2nd, 2011, I finally passed the city driving test on my second attempt. During the first attempt, I was the first one in the group and the stress of driving in front of the inspector made me fail. I hope to receive my driving license within two weeks. At the end, I received a pledge form to take the test, the summary of which was “You are not allowed to drive for a year, otherwise, your license is invalid.”

Laziness and Choices

Today, I was listening to a song on my phone and I wanted to have it on my PC too. I had two options to get it done:

Connect my phone to the computer, find the song and transfer it to my PC.
Download it directly to my PC.
And, of course, I chose the second option.

What Separates Humans from Animals? It’s the Ability to Ask ‘Why?’

Today I came across an interesting thought: what sets humans apart from animals? Is it intelligence, thinking, or the power of choice? After much contemplation, I realized that what truly distinguishes us is our ability to ask “why”.

As long as a human is asking why, they are still human. If they stop asking, they have given up and stopped being human. This thought is both profound and intriguing.

The pursuit of knowledge and the desire to understand the world around us is what drives us forward as a species. It’s what pushes us to innovate, create, and explore. Without this sense of curiosity and questioning, we would simply be like any other animal, content with what we have and unable to imagine anything more.

In my opinion, this is what makes us truly unique and special. So next time you find yourself asking why, remember that it’s what separates you from the rest of the animal kingdom.

So, embrace your curious nature and never stop asking why. It’s what makes us human.

Discovering Master and Margarita: A Gift from a Friend

Today, my dear friend gifted me with the book “Master and Margarita”. According to the definition I’ve heard, the book is very interesting but also heavy, which probably won’t be finished reading soon.

As I delve into “Master and Margarita”, I am eager to explore the captivating world created by the author, Mikhail Bulgakov. From the little I know, the book is a mix of satire, fantasy, and philosophy, and is said to be one of the greatest works of Russian literature.

I am excited to immerse myself in this unique and thought-provoking story and see where it takes me. I have a feeling that it will challenge my beliefs and broaden my perspective on life.

I would like to express my gratitude to my friend for this incredible gift and for introducing me to this amazing piece of literature. I can’t wait to share my thoughts and experiences as I journey through “Master and Margarita”.

Nowruz 2011: A New Beginning

It was 3:50 AM on the first day of Farvardin (March 20th) when I received an email from the domain registrar informing me that my domain had been registered and was now set and ready for use. This meant that my personal blog was now online and accessible at ******.

In this blog, I plan to write about daily topics, thoughts, mini-essays, and memories.

The thought section will consist of notes that I write down while I’m pondering everything. The daily topics are self-explanatory, as they will include events from each day.

The mini-essays are like Twitter, where I write short phrases that come to my mind or if I see something that I’d like to share.

Memories are like a personal diary, which will be publicly available.

I wish everyone a Happy Nowruz, and I hope the future is much better than today.

What is life?

Life means the moment:

March 11th, 2011, 7 PM
Life is the moment. Not yesterday, not tomorrow, but the moment you’re in right now. That’s your life. Not even that. The feelings you have at this moment are all the life you have.

March 15th, 2011, 5:03 PM
Maybe life is briefly dealing with irregularity.

May 31st, 2011, 5:09 PM
Life goes in two directions, either with the traditions of the family and society or by finding the cause and meaning of life by yourself and finding your own path.
Those who choose the first path enjoy life, but their name is not recorded in history.
Those who choose the second path have their names recorded in history, but I don’t know if they enjoy life or not.
Although I can’t understand whether being recorded in history is really important or not.

My Journey Through Pre-University and University

Today, I received the exciting news that I’ve been accepted into university. I’m thrilled to take this next step in my education, but the craziest part is that I’ll also be attending pre-university classes at the same time. It’s going to be a hectic schedule, with half the week spent here and the other half there.

Honestly, the thought of it is a bit overwhelming. But I’m determined to make it work, even if it means sacrificing some of my free time and social life. After all, education is the foundation of my future and I want to make the most of it.

However, deep down I know that this particular university is not the right fit for me. The atmosphere doesn’t align with my values and aspirations. So, I’m making it a priority to transfer as soon as I can. I’m not willing to compromise my happiness and growth for the sake of a name or reputation.

I believe that life is too short to settle for anything less than what makes you truly happy and fulfilled. And while this may mean a little extra work and stress in the short term, I’m confident that it will lead to a brighter future in the long run.

So, here’s to new beginnings, taking chances, and never settling for less than what we deserve. I’m excited for the journey ahead and can’t wait to see where it takes me.

Happy Yalda!

Last night, I was feeling great, celebrating the longest night of the year with friends and family. But then, suddenly, I wasn’t feeling so good.

Turns out, I got sick. In the middle of the night. During Yalda.

I had to cut the celebration short and head home. It was a bummer, for sure. But at least I made it home, where I could rest and recover.

Now I’m just taking it easy, drinking tea, and letting my body heal. I’m still disappointed that I missed out on the festivities, but I know it’s better to take care of myself and get better.

First White Hair: A Sign of Wisdom?

Today, I noticed my first white hair. It’s a small, wispy reminder that I’m getting older. But instead of feeling sad or stressed about aging, I choose to see it as a sign of wisdom.

Every year we live, we learn new lessons, gain new experiences, and grow wiser. Our white hairs are a physical manifestation of that wisdom and growth.

So, I embrace my first white hair. I’ll embrace everyone that comes after it too. And I’ll keep learning, growing, and becoming wiser every day.

I’m grateful for every year I’ve lived and for every lesson I’ve learned. I’m excited for all the wisdom and growth that’s yet to come.

I broke my pc

My computer crashed after giving it a little overclock, and nearly all its parts burned. With my current financial situation, I’m stuck for the next month. Luckily, I still have this phone. To my surprise, the operator gave me a 200 MB internet package, no idea why! Anyway, it’s fine, life goes on with Opera Mini these days.

August 23, 2010:
Just as I suspected, the system is completely down and there’s no hope for repair.

December 23:
2010 Got a new system. 5500 CPU, 4GB RAM, GT220 graphics and G41 motherboard. Let’s recharge the internet and get back to life.

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