So much has happened in the past century that it would require a book thick as Noor Jahan’s Thighs even to summarize the events that have taken place here in our beloved Gupshup. I will try to be brief, to the point, and in a fairly unbiased fashion. So, here goes:
The best guppo of last century, in my humble opinion, was Stud. Most newcomers are perhaps not familiar with his work, but he was a Stud in every sense of the word. His contributions included self recrimination, shame and embarrassment, Shia girls and Biryani, and anything that makes as much sense as a cigarette that is lit on both sides. He was a two-edged sword. We all miss him, and hope that he re-appears.
All topics in all threads were very interesting and eye (as well as other body part) opening. Gender debates were very lively and few of the members took the arguments to as much extreme as one can possibly go. Sharp shooting between the sexes continues into the new millennium, but I believe that techniques have been refined and most members (mainly male members) have learnt from the past century that female members may not have enough tactical warfare, but they are way smarter when it comes to psychological warfare. The battle of the sexes continues.
Politics have been pretty interesting, and not much has been discussed about the Kashmir issue. I think most members now know more about Kashmir than about their own families. Any member here can tell you what percent of GDP India spends over Kashmir while they still cannot name the capital of Slovenia. That’s politics for you in a nutshell.
Religion has mainly been quiet steady in terms of discussions over the superiority of one Islamic sect over all others. It is understandable. Everyone should feel superior about his or her sect.
Other areas of Gupshup have also come a long way.
I think, as the say, let’s put our behind in the past, and embrace the new millennium with same unmitigated dedication and in the spirit of lovemaking and understanding.
I think Mods and Admins have done an excellent job in the past century and I hope that they continue to keep this educational and fun medium of brining Pakistanis and Indians together from all corners of the world.
Long live Gupshupp.
P.S. This is only a summary of events. The complete Journal is available by sending $19.48 to Mr. Fraudia, plus the shipping charges.