torn between a traditional pakistani-muslim household while living in an american society, alyees qureshi wrote his own story to bridge the gap between his two worlds. rediscovering the very cultural roots he buried, alyees found peace in embracing the man that his journey helped him become today. although at times, staying silent is tempting, alyees believes that expression paves the path for growth, and thus masala chai was born. as a collection of poems, alyees hopes that his voice will resonate with those facing similar struggles and inspire them to express their own too.