I believe that a lot of people have a misconception of what creativity truly is. In this blog post I’m going to break down what I think it means and list seven methods that anyone can apply in their daily lives to become more creative.
Read MoreThe (he)art of a daughter of diaspora.
My husband and I moved into our first apartment right after we got married, and building our first home was no walk in the park. Between budgeting and finding our style, there have been lots of rewarding challenges. In this post, I’ll be giving you an inside look at our home-making process..
Read MoreFor those who are currently in a relationship, I understand the struggle of wanting to have fun without breaking the bank. Here’s a list of 10 cheap date ideas.
Read MoreI believe that one of the many joys in life is curling up with a good book for hours and satisfyingly reflecting on it after you’ve turned the last page. Here is a list with some of my absolute favorites:
Read MoreStarting over in a new city can be intimidating and lonely. If you have ever had to move, or you have a big move coming up, I understand the feelings you may be going through. In this post, I’ll break down some tips to help you better prepare yourself for starting over.
Read MoreAlhamdullilah (praise be to God), Rayan and I were wed on March 15, 2019, in Tampa, Florida. I want to share what our take on an intimate, Pinterest-inspired wedding can look like between two Muslims of Moroccan and Kurdish descent. Let’s begin.
Read MoreAfter 4 years, I finally got to revisit the motherland last summer. The last time I visited was at the age of 16, and it was incredibly emotional and eye-opening to be back at 20, looking at the country through a different set of eyes. Here are the lessons I learned:
Read MoreIn light of me just turning 20, I felt that it would be appropriate to share a few insights I've learned since I moved out of my parents' nest at the age of 18. Many of these lessons I've taken to heart my whole life, but some of them I had to learn in college the hard way.
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