Admittedly, we are not big theatre buffs, or artsy people in general. Still, I think it is a valuable thing for kids to experience sometimes, especially if they are studying poetry, Shakespeare, or just need help thinking outside of the box. Hubby and I were talking about creativity in children and adults, and how it […]
From the Corporate World to the Kitchen
I want to share a post I wrote a couple years ago on MuslimasOasis.com. A lot has changed since then, and it is still relatable today. First, let me start that this is true for me, and probably for many, but not for all. I was a supervisor/manager for nine years in different industries. The […]
I Have an Addiction
Hello, my name is Shannen, and I have an addiction. The addiction I have is mainly seen in mothers, and in higher rates of stay at home moms. I don’t know of any cure or treatment, so our only hope is pure determination and self control. You see, I’m admitting my addiction to volunteering and over […]
Wrapping Up Hajj and Getting Your Family Excited!
With Eid upon us tomorrow, inshaAllah, we are wrapping up our small study on hajj! As I talked about before, I got the National Geographic DVD Inside Mecca and Malcolm X’s biography. We watched the DVD together as a family and I had Care Bear read the chapter on Mecca in Malcolm X’s biography. I […]
Mama Taking Her Time
Most of this blog is used for things we do as moms and wives, and I try to keep this little sliver of time for us mamas (or stay at home dads!). I think women in particular give themselves to the point of self sacrifice, and we put ourselves last. Just like I keep one […]
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