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This fall my kids are going back to school 100% online. Instead of picking out new clothes and new school supplies, I’m picking out new furniture and organizational products for our in-home work spaces. THE HOME SCHOOL HAUL After completing … Continue reading Setting Up A Virtual Classroom At Home
I remember the first time I was made to feel like my skin color was inferior. In 4th grade, as I chatted with my 4th grade crush, he told me my skin was brown because God over baked me. His … Continue reading The Best Children’s Books About Skin Color
Ramadan Kareem! Ramadan, in the era of Covid19, means new challenges to rise to. Mine includes practicing patience with my children (who are there at all waking hours), planning menus far in advance (in case groceries are scarce), and finding … Continue reading Currently Reading: The Sublime Quran Translated By Laleh Bakhtiar
Ramadan prep has officially kicked off in our home. Every year, I add one new craft to our Ramadan decor collection. This year, I finally added a wreath! I’m a bit enchanted with the details… A modern Moroccan trellis, which is minimalist and … Continue reading How To: Modern Floral Ramadan Door Wreath
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Every February, I add a new coloring page to my Black Muslim History Month Coloring Book. If you are a history buff like me, you might enjoy my article, The Untold Stories Of Black (Muslim) History Month and if you … Continue reading [Free Printables] Black Muslim History Coloring Book
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Have you ever had a rival? In my 20’s I had one. In my mind, I was constantly competing with her to dress better, look better, succeed more. And constantly wondering if I was falling short. I came to a … Continue reading [Free Printable] The Four Agreements By Don Miguel Ruiz
My two boys know that the holidays are coming based on the ridiculous amount of decorations that go up in our home. Living in LA, sometimes it’s the only way to know that the seasons are changing. Both my kids … Continue reading A Lesson on Thanksgiving and Islam
I celebrated my first Thanksgiving in Dallas, Texas in 1987. It marked our first full year in the United States and my mother, father, and I felt blessed to share a meal with my family members who sponsored us. I … Continue reading Making The Perfect Halal Turkey For Thanksgiving + Recipe
Find Inspiration I first learned about graham cracker mosques from my Ramadan Crafts Facebook group. But they were mostly kids crafts. I wanted to create something elegant for the adult crafter. So I searched the web for inspiration. I came … Continue reading Making A Festive and Delectable Graham Cracker Mosque
If you’ve read my article about “Ramadan Trees” then you know that many Muslims around the world are looking for a way to bring the magic of twinkling lights and evergreens into their home. For our home we chose a … Continue reading The Twinkling Palm Tree Bringing Ramadan Cheer To Our Home
