Month: January 2016

Three or not to three?

Quite a few of my friends have been asking me if they should have a third kid? Which is kind of crazy since I do not have three kids ( I have two for the record). My usual initial response is “are you crazy?” Let’s say you have the luxury of asking this question and can plan a third kid and it’s not an … Read More Three or not to three?

Winter Whites

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Winter Whites

That old fashion rule of no white after labor day is just that, an old fashioned rule. This rule has been more common among the older generation and among people in the Southern states. There are ways to wear white that can be trendy and also appropriate for cooler winter weather. Layering and using heavier or richer fabrics are key to pulling off this … Read More Winter Whites

Hasty Humans

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Hasty Humans

I don’t know about you but as a working mom, time is very constrained. I find myself too often rushing through my prayers, doing lip service and not getting into my heart what I am trying to accomplish through my prayers. One of my favorite surahs that I recite is Al-asr and not for its contents but because it’s one of the shorter surahs. … Read More Hasty Humans

Grown babies

In the dental office yesterday, I had a 22 year old patient start to cry when we told her she needed a cleaning that was a little more than a “regular” cleaning but not quite a deep cleaning yet because she has not been flossing as she should be. The hygienist was stunned by the reaction and quickly went to get the mom to … Read More Grown babies