Maseed - with you, I see passion and from time to time, I also see the desire for a quick fix.

Who cares if someone is half Pashtoon, full or somewhere in between. Our cultures have overlapped for years, as have our people, our languages etc and you'll find people like that right next to you.

How do you define a "practising" Pashtoon? Imagine living in Manchester, England - can it be the same as in the Pashtoon belt? Don't go so far. Imagine living in Karachi or the UAE?

None are examples of perfect places, and each place has a bearing on the culture of the Pashtoons. The main thing is looking for ways to stay in touch with your language and culture, without being angry at those around you or yourself.

P.S. Stick to the House Rules - that's important.