If you are like me, and visiting Miami Beach for its warm weather and natural beauty rather than the party scene, then you will sure love the beautiful sight of palm trees and lush gardens in this lovely city. Taking a mini stroll through the parks while watching the sunset has been my favorite activity …
In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. – Abraham
When I was young, I had memorized a Surat (chapter) in the Quran. Surat Ya-Seen is one of the most revered Surats considered as the heart of the Quran. It took me months to memorize the 89 verses since I could only read but not speak or understand Arabic. For many years afterwards, I held …
“I believe that it’s important to try everything in life.” Every time I say this, people are quick to respond with “well not everything” to which I say “almost everything”. Of course, we should not be doing things that might put us in extreme danger like attempting suicide. At the same time, most things we …
It’s amazing to me that sometimes I have an idea and start writing but what I end up with is completely different from the original idea that inspired the writing. It makes writing so much fun because you are letting your mind wander and think creatively without worrying about the final outcome. Often in life, we are …
A girl who covers her face to represent her culture and religious beliefs or a teenager who dresses like a porn star to express her freedom? Perhaps the answer is neither. I wont be a hypocrite. I have never worn a niqab myself and have had my fair share of partying and dressing provocatively. …
How often in life do we experience truly exceptional service? I don’t suspect very often but when we do, it leaves an impression and we can’t stop talking about it for days. I recently had such an experience at a nail salon where everything from temperature of the water to friendliness of employees and the …
