The sun finally peaked out, illuminating the once gloomy backyard and as soon as my kids got a glimpse of its radiance, they wanted to go outside. I was adamant as they had already gotten ready for the day and the previous days rain had left behind dirt and puddles and the things that can…
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Inside Edition: |Camping Essentials|
My children, like most, love the outdoors and have asked us on numerous occasions to go camping. Over the years something always seemed to prevent us from doing so, but we have always been generous in allowing camping in the living room, toy room and most recently they asked to pitch a tent in one…
And though she be but little she is fierce….
William Shakespeare says it quite eloquently in a quote that fits the 5 pound 6 ounce baby girl I gave birth to back in 2010. In utero, she defied the odds and proved doctors and modern medicine wrong. Initially diagnosed as having intra uterine growth restriction when pregnant with her, doctors told me they…
Your Muslim Neighbour
It is my hope that blogs like mine, can help to dispel questions about Muslim Americans and breed tolerance and respect as we raise our children and live our lives in very similar ways, albeit in a society that questions our basic beliefs. Click to read the inspirational and influential story of a blogger!
Perspective is Everything!
Sometimes, they say, “the happiest people don’t have the best of everything; they make the most of everything that comes their way.”
Bonding over Oatmeal
The morning dew glistens in the sunlight as the rays begin to outstretch their arms into the sky, embracing and welcoming a brand new day. Shutters begin to open and in almost rhythmic fashion, little footsteps can be heard climbing off the bed and trotting downstairs. He stands in the doorway, rubbing his eyes, which…
The burden we place on spouses
This year would be 9 years since I’ve gotten married and there’s much I have learnt and much left to be learnt but the most important lesson thus far is that we are, each of us responsible for the course of our own happiness. Fairy tales make us believe that our knight in shining…
Honey Bee Tree
This is a game that not many people know about but one that my kids and I enjoy playing. Putting the stems in can be quite a task for younger kids but once they understand the concept it’s fun. Then you carefully remove the stems so as not to make the bees fall. Whoever has…
Brothers
“Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero.” Marc Brown
Favorite Baby Products!
As a mom of 4, I’m well aware of the bazillion products available but while I like to peruse baby stores, the items I actually deem necessary and ultimately purchase are few. 1) Fisher price Rainforest baby swing is my absolute favorite. This was gifted to us almost 8years ago and I have used it…
Brussel Sprouts Salad
Healthy eating!
Encouraging Free Play and Cultivating Creativity in Children.
One of my fears of raising children in the society we live in is raising individuals who are constantly waiting to be entertained and waiting for something to do rather than creating it themselves. It is said that you shouldn’t complain about a problem unless you are willing to be a part of the…
This Beautiful Life of Ours 