A Pakistani Journalist in Little Rock

When I was selected for the fellowship in the U.S., I was excited and was hoping to see a new country, meet new people and learn. Before flying to Washington, D.C., I was informed that I will be attached to KARK 4 News in Little Rock, capital of Arkansas State. Thus, the stranger landed in Little Rock. Some fears, some apprehensions and big hopes and fun were mixed. But this state of mind did not last long. As we met our new colleagues at KARK 4 News office, Greg Yarbrough (Managing Editor), Ernie Paulson (Assistant News Director), Chanley Painter (Reporter) and other members of the team in the newsroom, they all washed away my fears and rejuvenated confidence and trust and hope. As I started moving around with my new colleagues, the local beauty, discipline, friendliness and calmness had a soothing effect on me. I visited and traveled around the city over time, and every time I found a new face and color of the city, all very fascinating. Driving or walking through the s