Category: Islam
It Is NOT permissible for Muslims to celebrate Mother’s Day or other holy-day = holidays
I know my readers appreciate my opinions, and I should be writing more about these kinds of subjects, because quite honestly there’s not enough of us standing against what is NOT permissible or haraam in Islam. It’s more commonplace for Muslims to just let things slide, go with the flow, walk by, and simply be [...]
Old Fashioned Straight Razor Blade Beard Shaving – Another Option For Our Muslim Brothers
Whenever given the opportunity to shave with a straight blade hubby always opt for this very simple, more accurate and easy-to-him razor blade. It went on and off for many years–mostly because we always had the blade holder and never the right sized blade to fit it. However, hubby reverted back once and for all [...]
Studio Arabiya – The Best, Most Affordable, Online Qur’an and Arabic Program – FREE Trial & Special Discounts
Our journey to find the best, most affordable live distance learning or in-person Qur’an and Arabic Programs have lasted for MANY years, as seen in great detail here and here. Subhan Allah, Glory be to Allah, Studio Arabiya connected us. If you’re a loyal reader, you know I only give detailed critical reviews, and it [...]
Muslim Mommy Motivation Tip: At Least Use the 80-20 Rule
In keeping with “Keeping Things Simple”, it’s important that we exert at the very least the 80-20 rule in everything we do. Why? Because truth lies in the facts. 80-20 works in almost every situation in life, like 80% of the work gets done by 20% of the workers. 80% of our time is wasted, [...]
Muslim Mommy Motivation Tip: Just Keep It Simple
To start our year of Motivation, my first set of tips are geared specifically to clearing our heads, turning off the chatter, and focusing on what’s most important to us, as Muslim Moms! Only until we put the very important things at the forefront of our views, will we be able to STOP PROCRASTINATING and [...]
The Year of Motivation!
When I reflect on my past years collectively in my personal, professional and spiritual lives, I can see an overwhelming themes: 2009: Rebirth. Personal: Lost my mommy. Finding my daughterhood, wifehood, mommyhood deeply! Living for today, with no regrets. Professional: Got fired for all the right reasons. My new voice was born: The American Muslim [...]
Muslim T-Shirts Winner Announced!
We’re happy to announce the winner of our Muslim T-Shirts Giveaway. Congratulations to Christina! We hope your children enjoy the shirts! Here is her winning comment: I love the shirts. I am not Muslim but I would love to encourage and support my children to see what other cultures and religions do. So for the [...]
Eid Mubarak!
May Allah accept our fasts, prayers, acts of worship, charity, good deeds and strong intentions this past Ramadan. Ameen!
Review & Giveaway: Handmade or Handcrafted Boys Prayer Rugs (39.99 Value)
A Muslim’s home or car can never have too many prayer rugs, right? Well, when you get your little hands on these beauties, you’ll just want more! One for every one of your own children, nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends…really! The are two different styles of Boys Prayer Rugs I want to draw your attention [...]
Noor Kids Children’s Book Contest Winner Announced!
We’re happy to announce that Sumayyah was named the winner of our Noor Kids Giveaway. Here’s her winning comment: Asalaam ‘Alaikum, I have two older kiddos – another one that is 5 and another little one. The 5 year old – these days – is feeling left out because she is not the baby anymore (someone [...]
Islamic Outfitters Modest Clothing Contest Winner Announced!
We’re happy to announce that Faith LeTourneau was named the winner of our Islamic Outfitters Giveaway. Masha’Allah, she shared an inspiring story: I converted two years ago to Islam. I have very little in clothes that I have managed to make work as Islamic in nature. Most of the shirts are too tight and need to be [...]
Review & Giveaway Contest: Fulla Doll Boutique Set with 2 Outfits ($39.99 Value)
You may recall our previous review for Fulla. This time around, we’re happy to share that we’re giving away a Fulla Boutique! It’s so fun to play “clothes shopping” with the Boutique because it has spaces for all accessories, like shoes & handbags. It’s great for hanging the miniature outfits when not in use – We [...]
Ramadan eBook for Muslim Moms Only $4! ($9 off/70% off) Last 5 Days of Ramadan
As a special offer, we’re selling the Ramadan eBook for Muslim Moms for just $4! That’s a $9 savings–70% off! This offer is good now until the last day of Ramadan. You can use this coupon code for the discount: 3FF8F98D. This eBook offers tips to make your Ramadan more meaningful. Click here for the press [...]
Review & Giveaway: iSawab iPhone/Android App – 3 Winners! (99-cent value)
I was given the opportunity to download this iSawab app for the iPhone, Alhamdulillah. It’s unique, that’s for sure! The pictures are so cute! I really appreciate the fact that the people don’t have faces. One does need to play around with this app to get a feel for it because it provides SO MUCH [...]
How to Engage with Muslim Consumers during Ramadan and Eid
Alhamdulillah, this is probably one of the most concise, and positive articles I’ve read about Muslim Consumers in a long time! While we pasted below brother Saad Saraf’s concluding summary points, his short article is well-worth the read. However, I personally take exception of the image used to promote this article–reminds me of the thousand-dollar [...]
