Ramadan is the time when we try to convince ourselves that it is okay to overindulge and eat that second bowl of ice cream or another slice of cake, but it does not have to be time when we let ourselves go. In fact, it is the perfect time to…
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How To Ramadan: Strategize a game plan to rack up the spiritual highs. Break it up in three ten-day segments. First find mercy. Abstain from food and drink for 17 hours. Make your prayers – and on time. Next, seek forgiveness. Think about where you will be making Taraweeh prayers….
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I had a giant bunch of kale sitting in my fridge, so obviously I was going to make an awesome salad to share with you all! This salad is packed with some amazing ingredients that are full of so many wonderful health benefits. What’s really awesome about this dish is…
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The past six Ramadans, I rise before the sun does. It’s not to eat suhoor, nor do I prepare it for my husband. I trudge by him as he groggily slurps down a bowl of O’s, we exchange a look of mutual exhaustion. It’s a call that summons me awake, reminding me that there’s something greater than sleep. Motherhood.
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I absolutely love roasted veggies, they are delicious, versatile, and super super healthy! The veggies alone in this dish are amazing, but I’ve added a really tasty mayo mustard sauce to compliment the dish, its super creamy and absolutely delicious. This dish can be eaten hot, cold or at room…
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Becoming a dad ruined my life. Now, before you fire up an angry e-mail, delete my blog from your bookmarks, or un-follow me on Twitter, let me offer some context. I’ve been a dad for about five-and-a-half years now, and with this past weekend marking the annual occurrence that is Father’s Day, I got to thinking about just how wildly off course my life has veered…
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Ramadan has just begun, which means it’s time to start thinking about some healthy dishes that will help keep us full, energized and nourished during this blessed month of fasting. Since we only eat twice a day, it’s important that these meals are packed with the nutrients we need to…
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It was Tuesday morning. While I was getting ready for the day, I finally watched the devastating video of the now-infamous pool party in McKinney, Texas. I had been avoiding it but knew it was yet another devastating touch point in the ongoing conversation about race and living-while-black in America…
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Close your eyes and imagine for a moment what your life would look like if you knew you’d never find romantic love. What would you do differently? What would fulfill you? How would you feel about where you are now? Thought Catalog posited a similar conceit in a recent blog…
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I’ve been mulling over this recipe for quite some time now and I’m so excited to share it! Apple pie is one of the most comforting, tasty and traditional desserts that everyone enjoys. What’s so wonderful about this recipe is the wholesome ingredients that are packed with wonderful health benefits….
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