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Taiwan Part 2

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Assalamu’alaikum & Marhaba!

I finally got around to posting more from our Taiwan trip. If you missed the first post of our first two days of Taiwan, click here.

Taiwan Day 3

Taroko Gorge, Taroko National Park

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Former teacher and now mom of two tots. Sharing our everyday activities and explorations. From the US, moved to Dubai, but currently living outside of a suitcase in Bangkok, Thailand.

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We are trying something new and way out of my daughter’s comfort zone (and mine). I noticed at times she can get pretty intimidated by other kids and loses her self confidence. I read so much about ways to help boost it especially since I had very low self esteem growing up. I was bullied throughout my elementary school years because I was Muslim and brown (Pakistani). After a lot of research, I read about some of the amazing effects martial arts has on children. It teaches them self control, boosts their confidence, and self defense. My son is doing it too! It was only our first class and I was impressed! Although my daughter was crying at first, she was smiling throughout the duration of the class. I loved it when she got into the car and happily exclaimed she’s glad she tried something she thought she wouldn’t like. So our next sport for the upcoming school year is going to be Jiu-Jitsu! 🥋 #jiujitsugirls #jiujitsuforkids #jiujitsiforeveryone #buildingconfidentwomen #confidentgirls #stronggirlsstrongworld #stronggirlsclub #hijabimom #hijabimama #muslimmom #muslimmomblogger #growingupbrown #muslimamerican #pakistaniamerican #confidentkids #afterschoolactivities

I was brainstorming ways I can practice writing in an authentic way at home with my daughter. I also wanted to work on instilling a deeper sense of shukr (thankfulness) in all of us. Gratitude journals have become very popular lately. As Muslims, we practice gratitude daily by thanking God with small remembrances throughout the day for different acts such as after we finish eating, our five prayers, etc. However, there is also a practice known as deep pondering or reflecting. Gratitude journals align so well with that. I asked her to pick her favorite notebook and just think about an experience or a thing or a person she feels blessed to have from that day or day before. I gave her different examples and also brought out my journal. Then, I told her to write without worrying about spelling and perfect handwriting. She asked for a little prompting, but overall she loved it. She felt like it was something special we were doing together and reminds me daily to take time to do it with her. The best examples are the ones we model for our children ourselves. Research is proving that wealth doesn’t bring happiness, but it is focusing on what you do have, appreciating it, and giving to others with your time and actions that brings consistent moments of happiness in one’s life. These are the habits we need to start building now for healthy minds and souls (and also to improve their writing hehe). ✍🏿 #writingforchildren #childrenswriting #muslimhomeschool #muslimmom #muslimkids #islamicparenting #muslimparents #hijabimama #hijabimom #houstonmoms #houstonmuslimahblogger #muslimmomblogger #kidsgratitudejournal #kidsjournal #gratitudejournal

There’s no 4th of July without some fireworks! We took the kids to a small fire works show @city_centre_houston. And then we had a little show of our own in our backyard. It’s become kind of a tradition to do some small fireworks and roast marshmallows in the fire pit. The kids still remember when we did it last year and couldn’t wait to do it again. 🎇 #4thofjuly #independenceday #houstonmoms #houstonmomsblog #houstonmomblogger

Here are second generation Muslim Americans. Their grandparents on both sides are immigrants that came to this country seeking opportunity and a better life. Despite the difficulties of interracial marriage, their parents are fostering acceptance and understanding between two very different cultural groups. This is what America means to our family. It is a country that brought together people that normally may never have crossed paths. It is a country that gave us choices and freedoms that we appreciate and hope to share with others. I never want these two to forget their immigrant roots. I never want them to feel that they aren’t American enough. I want them to respect and honor the sacrifices and hardships of those who seek asylum and refuge to come to this country just like their grandparents did. I want them to learn their stories and the stories of others so that they never forget we are all connected and really no different. I want them to teach this to their own children with the hope that as generations pass they do not lose sight of the fact that they are ultimately children of immigrants. This is a sad time for Americans as we lock up children and deny them basic human dignity. I end this Independence Day praying for compassion, love, empathy, freedom and justice for all. 🇺🇸 #thisisamerica #thisiswhatamericalookslike #muslimamerican #americanmuslim #houstonmoms #houstonmomsblog #independenceday #letthemin #refugeeswelcome #immigrantsmakeamericagreat #immigrantrights #closethecamps #theconsciouskid

Lately, I had been feeling pretty defeated with their Arabic and Urdu learning. My husband is firm and makes sure they always speak in Arabic at home, but I admit I became lenient during the school year. I was feeling pretty down that all the time and effort went into making sure they learn Arabic was wasted. But الحمد لله today while watching her work, I was so happy to see all of it come together. She learned so much from her previous tutor @leith_gheith_nai_omar and we are so grateful. She’s reading in Arabic! I keep reminding myself to trust the process both as a mother and as an educator. Sometimes you put all the research and knowledge you have of teaching and learning into motion but aren’t sure if it’s leading to anything. Today, I’m reminded that it takes patience to be a good teacher, and the results take time but you will get there. This summer I am buckling down and making sure the only languages at home are Urdu and Arabic. My goal is to visit Pakistan next year and stock up on tons of Urdu books and learning materials. 📖 #languagelearning #bilingualkids #bilingualeducation #bilingualteacher #multilingualkids #multilingualfamily #pakistanilebanese #multiracialkids #muslimmom #muslimmommy #muslimmomblogger #hijabimama #houstonmoms #houstonmom #houstonmomsblog

I still can’t believe my oldest is now a first grader. Time for uniforms, homework, and taking school a little more seriously. All of the KG moms decided to throw a collective graduation party with an open invite to family and friends at @irisetrampolinepark. It was such a great idea. The kids got to see their friends one more time. We escaped the heat (and rain storm that day). It was our second time for an event @irisetrampolinepark. The location is clean and well managed. Two of the moms took charge and made the event beautiful. We were lucky we came back from our trip just in time. 🎓 #trampolinepark #houstonmom #houstonmoms #houstonmomsblog #houstonmomblogger #hijabimama #kidsactivities #momlife

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