I recently embarked on a grand journey of epic proportions, mind you, and it may finally be coming to an end. I made the preparations, consulted experienced travelers, and kept logs of my travels. What is it, you ask, am I referring to? To find the perfect schooling for my first born son. (Go ahead,...
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Monthly Archives: May 2010The flame, lost in its direction cannot find its balance. It seems to be fighting desperately to just stay alive – how ironic? For it to stay alive, the wick allows itself to burn and the wax permits its own melting. The soul – in order for it to stay alive with imaan, also struggles.... It’s easy to say that you trust Allah has a reason for everything, but it is not as easy to truly put your mind and heart at ease and accept plans that are already written for you. Early last year, my husband and I started looking to purchase a home. Each time we would see... “Do they have gelatin in their treats?” My son is four years old and full of wonder. The world must seem massive and wild through his eyes. There are so many trucks, trains, plants, animals, and, religions, to categorize. He comes from engineers on both sides, so this compulsion to organize and label, is not... During the last several months, I discovered the importance of “my time” during my work day. I have an hour lunch break and while some people would choose to socialize during this time, I have begun going out by myself for fresh air, coffee, and sometimes shopping. It has become a precious gift of solo... |