This past April, we embarked on a beautiful journey to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where my in-laws live, to attend a family wedding, as well as perform Umrah. Ridha was 2 years old and Rabab was 9 months, so not exactly a toddler yet. We have travelled with my eldest before to Karbala, Iraq as well… Continue reading Umrah Trip with Toddlers
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Sacred Ceremony
My Nikkah ceremony was truly memorable because it took place at the Holy Ka'aba, located in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Millions of pilgrims travel to Mecca every year to perform their pilgrimage or Hajj. The nikkah ceremony is basically where two representatives act as lawyers for the bride and the groom and… Continue reading Sacred Ceremony