Fatty Giwa

Khaleel met his friend at a Park

This past Saturday, at the park, my son Khalil and I had a playdate with a new friend and their child on the spectrum. But what truly stole the show was an i…

Khalil dressed in Chad attire for African Day

Today is Africa Day, and Khalil's class was required to dress up in a Chad 🇹🇩 costume.  I did my research and found what worked perfectly.  I didn't…

He agreed to change his cap this morning—no fuss, no tantrum! I had been preparing him in advance, showing him how dirty the previous cap was and explaining …

This has been the most active and fun of my physical life in a long time.

My virtual world has been the most exciting part of my life living here until lately. I can’t even keep up with the constant invitations and opportunities to…

Masjid al-Quba: A Timeless Symbol of Faith and Unity

Masjid al-Quba, the first mosque built by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in Medina, holds a special place in Islamic history. Its significance goes beyon…

Ramadan Day 7: Alhamdulillah for the unwavering love Allah has placed in my heart for my child

“Surely, In gratitude we find growth and improvement in ourselves and our children” Action steps: Find your Alhamdulillah through this reflection prompt 😇 For…

Ramadan Day 6: Alhamdulillah for the sensory experiences that allows my child to connect with the world

“Surely, In gratitude we find growth and improvement in ourselves and our children” Action steps: identify your child’s sensory needs and them down. Describe t…