This weekend we had the distinct honor of attending the wedding of one of my husband’s colleague and former student; he attests to his exemplary character and we watched him, in youthful grandeur make promises to his stunning bride under the covenant of God.
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Top Picks | 8 Year Old activities
Now that summer is here, the question persists…what do we do with our children?? Below are a few activities my 8 year old enjoys!
10 Fabulous Road Trip Ideas!!
Aside from packing lots of snacks, water and extra clothes just in case; I find the following ideas really help us when road tripping with young kids.
Hijab | Life Lessons From my Daughter
So many times as parents, we get caught up with the things we want to teach our children that they overshadow the things our children are teaching us.
Be Still My Heart | Less Haste
The baby is finally asleep in her swing and as usual, I am fitting in alone time with my other kids… my 3 year old runs away and races up the stairs, telling me “I be right back”… in about 10 seconds I hear running coming from my room, where the baby is sleeping. I…
Birth Story | 05/18/2008
The story of the birth of my first child, the one who made me “mama”.This was originally written on May 17th, 2009. I am only now choosing to share it.
Getting children excited for Ramadan.
This is an exciting time for all Muslims, but especially for children for it is that time when families gather more than normal and the masjids stay alit beckoning worshippers to renew their Iman. It is a time when, in our community, there are gatherings every day for Iftar but on the weekends, the crowd…
Referee No More
“Mommy, she did this.” “no I didn’t she did this first”. “well, you snatched it” “but you wouldn’t give it and it was my turn” I couldn’t decide which was worse, the constant complaining or the whiny irritating tone of voice that accompanied it. This was the case when visiting someone whose kids are similar…
This Beautiful Life of Ours 