The Meanies By FarzanahMoolla There is a specific group of women I have come to call the “mean ladies”. Women who, perhaps, never really outgrew high school. Mean Girls must resonate with them because the mentality is remarkably similar. If you do not belong to their clique, you simply cannot sit with them. They seem … More The Meanies
Written by Zaahidah Cajee.Co-written and edited by Mariam B Daya. When did we lose sight of being decent human beings? Specifically, being grateful for and thanking people for what they do for us. No matter how big, or small. And when did we decide that certain things did not ask of us to show appreciation? … More The Art of Gratitude.
.Written by Zaahidah CajeeCo Written and edited byMariam B Daya There’s a select group of women who have never outgrown highschool.They look at what you’re wearing, your shoes, the way your hair is done up or the brand of clothing you’re wearing. What car you drive, who your husband is or if you’re even married … More Mean girls, adult edition
We have glorified being busy, and somehow taking a break has become a sign of laziness. We’ve started measuring our worth by how much we can produce, how much we can achieve, and how much we can squeeze into a day. That mindset needs to change. This culture of hustle and “brown capitalism” isn’t sustainable. … More We glorify being busy
The Blessings of Eid: A Time for Love, Community, and Change Eid is meant to be a day of joy and celebration, yet for many, it becomes a battleground of obligations—where to go, whom to visit, and how to divide time between families. While some couples argue over plans, others, like reverts, widows, and orphans, … More The Essence of Ramadhaan the end.
A New Beginning: Amina’s Journey to Nikah Announcing the Marriage As soon as everything was settled, Yusuf’s family made the announcement. There was no extravagant engagement, no elaborate celebrations—just a simple agreement sealed with sincerity. In keeping with the Sunnah, the marriage was made public, for the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) encouraged that unions be announced: … More Essance of Ramadhaan 21
“Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153) Amina clasped her hands together as she stared at her phone, hesitating before dialing the number. After much thought, she had made her decision regarding the marriage proposal. But before anything, Mu’allimah needed to know the full truth. When Mu’allimah answered, her voice was warm, as … More Essence of Ramadhaan 19
And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him.” (Surah At-Talaq 65:3) Trusting in Allah’s plan is a fundamental part of a believer’s journey. Life’s unexpected turns and challenges are all part of a greater wisdom, even when we don’t immediately understand them. ⸻ Abbas sat on the floor, carefully coloring in … More The essence of Ramadhaan 18
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