The Muslim Housewife

Growing up I’ve always been blessed to have a best friend.  She was always there for me through good times and hard times.  She was one person who would give me honest and good advice. She is my mother. Lately I’ve been reflecting on the relationship of my mother and I because I too want [...]

Have you ever had one of those days where you can’t pray or fast because a “friend” decided to visit?  Or it’s Ramadhan and you’re  not fasting because your nursing or expecting?  Most of us Muslimahs  have gone through such an experience.  It’s a time when one is very prone to getting the eman blues [...]

Ramadan has surprised us once again with its quick and sudden arrival.  The day’s fast is a bit more grueling than before, peaking around 14 hours.  When one’s mouth becomes parched from thirst and one’s stomach twists and turns from hunger it makes you grateful for all that Allah has given you.  We quickly take [...]