A Victory Lap

“The parents exist to teach the child, but also they must learn what the child has to teach them; and … More

Up, Up, and Away!

In 3 days, Z and I are tagging along with my husband on his business trip to Oman. While he … More

The balloon lured her to the mailbox. Which alas, led her to the road. Which led her to walk on … More

Z’s at it again. No matter where we are, she will ask about each family member…almost daily. This includes grandparents, … More

I was watching TLC’s reality show, American Muslim, and I really felt for the Muslim lady who after a few … More

My husband noticed it first. “Did you notice Z smiles right after she sneezes?” Huh? I had been too busy … More

“When you are a mother, you are never really alone in your thoughts. You are connected to your child and … More

Before Z was born, I rarely used my deck. As a newlywed, I remember my aunt and uncle visiting and … More

So I grew up in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (if you don’t know where that is, look it up), … More

Autumn is …. Sips of Hope… Subtle Smiles in Faux Fur… and Stockinged Feet in Tired Grass.

So Z’s latest feat is to say I..and wait for you to respond saying, “love you!” This usually goes well … More