Disclaimer: I am no means an expert, these are just things that have worked for me. This page may contain affiliate links to amazon products. Want a good night’s sleep? With such busy lifestyles, sometimes sleep is not prioritised. However, sleep is so important as it helps rest the body and mind, which in turn
Project 365
Project 366 – 22nd April to 28th April
Week 17 Nothing special this week, usual routine. Monday My nephew had gone on a weekend trip and I had asked him to bring home some chocolate. He brought these to share.
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Project 366 – 15th April to 21st April
Week 16 Back to school week! Monday Had to go to Specsavers for Bee’s contact lense check up to check her eyesight with them and make sure they aren’t irritating her eyes. All was fine and we signed up for the contacts, but I wasn’t expecting them to take 2 months payment in advance, so
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Project 366 – 8th April to 14th April
Week 15 Eid week this week. Monday An early start this morning as headed to Specsavers for a contact lense trial for Bee. She has myopia and it appears they now have a special lense for children to help slow down the progression of the short sightedness. At her appointment last week her prescription has
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Project 366 – 1st April to 7th April
Week 14 Easter holidays but as it is Ramadan we have mainly been spending it at home. Monday A quiet day at home. Spent a bit of time in the garden with bubbles. Although cut the grass a few weeks back, it has grown back so quickly. Waiting for Ramadan to be over before I
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Lets Read Together
Allah is so kind to me – Toddler Board Book
As I have two much older girls we have built up a collection of books over the years. But when I saw the book Allah is So Kind to Me by Learning Roots, I just had to get it for the toddler. We already have a number of books by Learning Roots including The Stories
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Project 366 – 25th March to 31st March
Week 13 Monday A quiet Monday at home. No pictures. Tuesday We were originally going to rhyme time at the library but ended up going to the local soft play and cafe with friends, then headed to the park close to it. Was nice to get some fresh air!
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Book Review: Can You Find My Eid Presents
Disclosure: We received Can You Find My Eid Presents for the purposes of review. All thoughts and opinions are our own. If you are looking for a fun and vibrant book celebrating Eid then ‘Can You Find My Eid Presents’ may be the book you are looking for!
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Project 366 – 18th March to 24th March
Week 12 A quiet week as didn’t feel well for most of it. Monday Throat really sore so decided not to meet up with friends today. Chilled at home and Minu was pretty good and played quietly. No pictures. Tuesday Started getting a temperature today too so again didn’t go out to our usual rhyme
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Project 366 – 11th March to 17th March
Week 11 The start of Ramadan this week. Haven’t really decorated much this year, just didn’t feel right with all the Palestinians being killed and basically starved as aid can’t get in. Monday Ramadan begins with the sighting of the moon. Those who follow Saudi moon sighting started fasting today. Those who follow Morroco/local moon
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General
How to Perform Hajj and Umrah
Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam. In the month of Dhū al-Ḥijjah, Muslims go to Makkah for the offering of Hajj (pilgrimage). Performing of pilgrimage is obligatory for financially and mentally stable Muslims once in a lifetime. In addition, Performing Umrah is similar to the Hajj. You can also call it a
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Tips for Incorporating Halal Dietary Requirements into Your Family Meals
Disclosure: This is a collaborative post and the author’s views here do not necessarily reflect those of the blog owner As a parent or foster carer, you may find yourself needing to accommodate Islamic halal dietary requirements in your family meals. This can seem daunting at first, but with some planning and creativity, it is
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Project 366 – 4th March to 10th March
Week 10 Usual routine, nothing special. Monday A busy day. Headed to the local cafe and soft play to meet up with a friend. Then had to have a blood test to check my blood sugar levels and cholesterol. Told the nurse to go straight for my head and she remembered me and said she