When I experienced my first American winter, at age 5, I was mesmerized by the evergreens dressed up in baubles and lights. The foreign fir captured my heart. But my ammu said, “Christmas trees are for Christians.” I wondered what … Continue reading The Evolution Of Evergreens: A Symbol Of Life
For anyone who has ever hosted an event, you know the time, resources, and often stress required to pull off a gathering of family and friends. Hosts deserve thoughtful gifts that reflect just how much we appreciate them! I’ve curated … Continue reading Unique Hostess Gifts You’ll Love To Give
My kids love Mira The Royal Detective. So our family was thrilled when I heard there would be an Eid celebration episode. The Eid Mubarak song from that episode is playing on repeat in our home. It’s time to celebrate! … Continue reading DIY: Make Your Own Eidi Envelopes
In my search for the perfect photo frame craft for Eid photos, I stumbled upon the origami photo frame. I was so taken by the fact that the frame looks like the 8 point Islamic Star. I put my own … Continue reading How To: Islamic Star Origami Frame
Three years ago, during Black History Month, I started sharing stories of Black American Muslims, which date back to 1522. This year, I would like to share a few ways I’ve found to support the Black Muslim community. Donate Donate To MuslimARC’s … Continue reading Supporting The Black Muslim American Community
This year all the first graders in Kian’s classroom had to answer, “What holiday does your family celebrate in the winter?” After 20 kids said, “My family celebrates Christmas.”And 3 kids said, “Hannukah”And 1 kid said “Christmas and Kwanzaa”Kian said … Continue reading 10 Ways To Celebrate The Winter Solstice Season
I cherish the opportunities this season provides to talk about gratitude with my kids. The ability to be grateful fosters a healthy mind and soul. In 2019, a Journal of Happiness Studies study found that gratitude is linked to happiness in children by … Continue reading Thanksgiving And Teaching Gratitude (Shukr) To Kids
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
The holidays can be summed up by one drink, spiced apple cider. The sweet orange essence, mixed in with apple cider, fused together with spice, gives me all the feels. This is my go-to recipe that is sure to be … Continue reading Irresistible Slow-Cooked Spiced Apple Cider Recipe
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
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