tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15797568944810407252024-03-05T10:06:01.755-08:00Traditional Muslimah HomemakerJoyfully serving my family and community. A happy Muslimah homemaker.Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.comBlogger124125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-79043571319360172122024-01-10T20:09:00.000-08:002024-01-10T20:09:17.212-08:00Timeless Qualities Of A Woman (Written two years ago/updated recently) It's been awhile since I have been inspired to blog. It is refreshing to write and share some of my thoughts with you all! I pray you all are well and happy.This morning, I was thinking about my mother. Today is her birthday and I thought about the qualities I saw growing up, that I inherited and embraced in my life. I would say these are Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-56784268883260660662021-10-09T09:46:00.003-07:002021-10-09T09:46:59.623-07:00For The One Who Feels Like An Imperfect Homemaker As salamu alaykum & greetings,Lately I have been feeling the need to write about this topic. We know that no one is perfect. Some days are difficult, and we make mistakes.One of the key things I wanted to share with you is: do not be hard on yourself. I know it is easier said than done, and while we live in a society where on the outside people look like they have it all together and Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-10760204326238031062021-10-03T17:06:00.001-07:002021-10-03T17:06:17.861-07:00Quality Time With Your Spouse (When You Have Children) If you're new to the blog, welcome!! I'm Ameera (also known as Angela) I am a mom of 7 wonderful children! So trust and believe, I am no stranger to finding ways to spend time with my spouse. I was thinking about this topic recently, and blew the dust off my blog to share a few thoughts on the topic.I know I know, it's been awhile, and so much has changed during my time away. After the Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-56263544669998674102021-07-07T10:31:00.002-07:002021-07-07T10:31:45.895-07:00The Movie Fatherhood (Spoilers) Greetings everyone,It's been a long time since I've written anything. I had to write about the movie Fatherhood, starring Kevin Hart.Of course this movie was relatable on so many levels. I laughed, I cried, and it did have some triggers for those who lost a spouse.The movie showed the different aspects of grieving and also the things father face as single men.Grieving is not one size fits Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-54273075247257817222019-09-07T17:34:00.004-07:002019-09-07T17:34:42.332-07:00There's No Popularity In Widowhood
Wow, it has been some time since I logged into the blog to write a few thoughts. I only write when I'm inspiredIn nearly three years of widowhood, I have learned so much about myself. I also learned a lot about people as well.One day a friend told me that he was approached by someone who said that I use being a widow to gain popularity.Months later, I decided to share the thoughts of a Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-52474450752584036942017-12-31T18:50:00.001-08:002017-12-31T19:14:33.555-08:00One Year Of Healing
December 20th, came and went... it was a long year. As we are about to enter 2018, I have been doing a lot of reflecting. I would be lying if I did not say that this year was not difficult. SubhanAllah, I survived an anniversary, birthdays, being new to single parenting and so on. I could complain, but this year I put more emphasis on healing. Healing is on going, but alhamdulilah I have made a Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-80831056887415684542017-10-03T17:33:00.000-07:002017-10-15T16:25:00.918-07:00Herbal Classes
As salamu alaykum,
alhamdulilah I pray you all are well!!
I have been asked a few questions about the herbal classes. I wanted to provide more information here, in a blog post. In prayers that it will help answer questions about the classes coming up! I intend to open these classes on October 7th, but alhamdulilah some of them can be started later and some on the 7th inshaAllah When they Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-86660094995586048462017-09-13T10:27:00.002-07:002017-09-13T10:27:40.293-07:00Love In MarriageI was recently reflecting on love, and how love is such an amazing experience.
The thing about love is that there is enough for everyone. The experience can vary from person to person. Every love brings something unique to your heart. I see love like I see snowflakes. Beautiful and different.... not exactly alike. The love for my late husband would never be the same with anyone else... because Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-40424926359201945442017-05-18T07:59:00.000-07:002017-05-18T09:08:28.043-07:00Making Your Home A Haven
This year, is the first year I am doing things on my own. With my husband (rahimahullah) no longer here physically with me, I am experiencing many feelings, new challenges and it is quite a journey.
Homemaking has become even more important, as the children adjust to our home changes, I have to continue to make it a place, where they feel love, light, ease, peace and the presence of God.
Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-87431015078142814452017-05-15T09:29:00.001-07:002017-05-15T09:29:51.577-07:00Praying For Your Husband
Good morning world,
This morning I felt inspired to write a few words, in prayers that it will benefit you all out there. One of the best things we can do for our spouse is to pray for them.
What is so awesome about prayer, is that God understands what we are saying, knows what we want to say, and no matter if its aloud or deep within our heart... He knows, He understands and He hears us.
Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-40898520121937242022017-01-25T14:10:00.003-08:002017-01-28T10:10:09.996-08:00DIY Gummy Bears
We have been wanting to make gummy bears for a long time. Alhamdulilah a few simple ingredients and gummy bear molds, we were able to make our own gummy bears. A quick and easy way to have gummy bears, and you can add your own vitamins too.
They were delicious and easy to make
1 cup of fruit juice (we used 100% cherry and also used lemon juice too)
8 tsps beef gelatin ( The Better Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-46181200247918720812017-01-20T14:37:00.003-08:002017-01-20T14:51:36.774-08:00The Passing Of A Prince
One month later... If you would have told me, that I would be eventually blogging as a widow, I would have probably said that I couldn't imagine it!
Well here I am, writing as a widow. My husband (may Allah have mercy on him, and grant him jannah ameen ameen) passed away last month, December 20th, 2016, from complications from his condition. My whole life changed and I am learning Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-17234498985140938152017-01-19T08:11:00.000-08:002017-01-19T08:14:59.807-08:005 Ways To Love Yourself MORE
Yep, there I am, jumping on the trampoline in my sisters yard yesterday. As I told a friend, you can't help but smile on a trampoline. I couldn't jump and be angry, or feel sad at the same time.
Alhamdulilah I felt like reaching for the sky, free, and alive. I haven't felt that way since my husband passed away last month (December 20th, 2016). Life has not been the same. Yesterday I Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-65605541747283507582017-01-14T16:42:00.001-08:002017-01-14T16:42:11.307-08:005 Ways To Love Your Husband MORE
I had to blow the dust off the blog tonight, as I only write when I am feeling inspired. SubhanAllah, tonight feels like a good night to share a few thoughts on the blog.
How can you, love your husband more?
1.) Speak words that will uplift his spirit. I remember when I would be feeling nervous, and anxious about some event, and my husband (may Allah have mercy on him, ameen) wouldAmeerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-42475310730457556782016-07-22T09:35:00.002-07:002016-07-22T09:39:00.363-07:00A Decade DefinedSubhanAllah, God truly knew what was in store for me when I met my husband 10 years ago. When my husband met me, I was not the woman I am now, I was not always the happy homemaker, I was not immersed into service, I was not Traditional Muslimah Homemaker. So how can I define a decade of marriage? I want to share ten ways.. not in any particular order.
1. Growth: SubhanAllah, I look backAmeerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-77103590221703977452016-07-22T07:38:00.000-07:002016-07-22T07:38:16.574-07:0010 Inspiring Marriage Quotes10 years ago subhanAllah, I met the man who would change my life forever. My blog post today will be sharing some inspirational marriage quotes.. keeping in line with our 10 theme :)
Ready?
1. “The best time to love with your whole heart is always now, in this moment, because no breath beyond the current is promised.”- Fawn Weaver
2. Marriage is a gift from Allah, honor The Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-47464021225359019472016-01-31T14:01:00.000-08:002016-07-07T21:14:17.320-07:00DIY Herbal Windchimes
Herbal Windchimes
We love herbs and our family has been learning and working with them a lot. Have you been to our herbal shop online? MashaAllah alhamdulilah it's pretty awesome!!!
Here: http://teamrahimherbals.storenvy.com
Our older three boys (8,7, and 5) have been extra interested and very involved in making Salves, lip balm and more. Homeschooling has Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-51278466509072194842015-08-11T07:17:00.000-07:002015-08-11T07:21:58.411-07:00Traditional Muslimah Herbalist Alhamdulilah I never made an official post about the services I offer! Why didn't you all tell me that? lol
Well TMH is not only for Traditional Muslimah Homemaker, but also Traditional Muslimah Herbalist mashaAllah alhamdulilah!
I have received my certifications for both aromatherapy and herbal studies mashaAllah!!! I was super excited once I passed my final exams abd could officially offer Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-24500542521982399792015-08-09T14:17:00.000-07:002015-08-09T14:17:51.511-07:00Noor Box Rocks!
SubhanAllah I happen to be on Facebook and I saw this page called Noor Box ! I was instantly in love with this awesome educational tool! This month the theme is the bee!! Our son T2 is known as The Bee and loves to learn about bees Alhamdulilah We received our bee theme Noor Box and needless to say, there were excited faces (not including sleeping T5- who missed the action)
The Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-86182744954632806112015-07-21T19:31:00.000-07:002015-07-21T19:47:44.278-07:00Remember Who Your Husband Is
On the eve of our 9th year anniversary, I'm doing a lot of reflecting. I saw a blog post entitled "Remember Who Your Husband Is." and the title stood out to me but in a different way so I decided to write my own post. I'm reflecting on nine years of marriage and who my husband is.
So who is he?
Lets remember ..
He is a gift from Allah.
Allah blessed me with him and it is my great honor to Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-41515086524232153632015-06-30T04:59:00.000-07:002015-06-30T05:02:47.486-07:00As salamu alaykum To The Struggling WifeAs salamu alaykum to The Struggling wife....
You are the heart of the home. You are his support, his cheerleader, and he needs you to be by his side. Do you know how important you are to him and to your home?
You are worth more than you know. It may not be said often, but without you... Life would be a little more difficult.
I know you're struggling right now to be a better wife and I Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-62452283280437197642015-06-29T15:57:00.001-07:002015-06-29T16:02:56.179-07:00Working With My Hands
If you haven't heard, we are expecting our 7th blessing!
Alhamdulilah we are super excited and each pregnancy always motivates my homemaking. One pregnancy got me into baking bread, the other into knitting, and so on... This time I'm spinning wool and still knitting alhamdulilah!!
Isn't it amazing what we are blessed to do with our hands!? We can use to do so much in our home! Let us not takeAmeerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-52611268668081269422015-06-23T04:05:00.001-07:002015-06-23T04:05:59.443-07:00Truly Answering His Call
What is the call? The call has been described as, doing what is meant for you.
This could be a number of things!
Alhamdulilah I believe I'm being called to serve my community in various ways. My herbalist and aromatherapist training is to be used to serve others and alhamdulilah I believe homemaking is a calling that we must answer.
No, We can't hang up, disconnect and ignore the call. Its Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-88713229673125329992015-06-17T16:57:00.000-07:002015-06-17T18:14:37.404-07:00Marriage Is Like A GardenToday we went into the yard and was super excited to begin starting our garden.
Did I tell you all that, my husband and I are both interns for a master gardener/herbalist/permaculture teacher? Well alhamdulilah we are learning so much from the experience. We started putting the lessons and hands on work into practice in our own home. Alhamdulilah it was so good to teach the children Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1579756894481040725.post-78412601237906077882015-06-17T11:04:00.000-07:002015-06-17T11:04:57.933-07:00Traditional Muslimah DoulaTruly He is the best of planners! I'm always amazed at how he opens doors, I didn't know existed. I spent four days with my herbalist and aromatherapist teacher. It was awesome! Allah bless my husband for his support and making sure I can do my studies and gain more hands on experience.
What's happening at the Rahim home?
Well!!! I'm a certified aromatherapist and herbalist Alhamdulilah yay!!!!!Ameerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10986386729576802396noreply@blogger.com2