Author: Audrey Minor (Hanifah Talks)

I envision vivid memories of a little girl singing on the chore, writing poetry that made sense only to her. Throughout the day she sang in the rare form of what she called singing.  This is not a derogatory statement about her abilities, but rather in memory of her mother’s constant plea, quiet, please.  Singing and writing have always been my passion. Although it wasn't always appreciated by those who heard.  In the following years, I wrote less and less, and singing became nonexistent.  There were only those rare occasions when painful circumstances arose. I put pen to paper.  I spilled my emotions over the pages in an attempt to sort out what or how I was feeling.  Little did I know, one day my attempts to sort through my emotional state would become the foundation of my work.  Some of the work you’ll read here comes from my many journals, while other pieces are written just prior to being posted.  Some are excerpts from books or articles that have stimulated, inspired, and encouraged me.  I seek to be the catalyst that springs you into action. The journey begins with one step followed by another. Today, I take steps in the right direction. My dreams, long overdue are flourishing.

Verses on Patience from Al-Quran

”These shall be granted their reward twice, because of their patience…”[al-Qasas 28:54] “Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without account.”[az-Zumar 39:10] ”… and be patient. Indeed, Allah is with the patient ones.”[al-Anfal 8:46] ”(Luqman (alayhis salaam) said:) ‘O my son, establish prayer, enjoin what is right, forbid what is wrong, and be patient… Read More Verses on Patience from Al-Quran

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Parenting – Challenges and Uncertainty “Our Children Belong”

Before our young people can begin to realize or understand who they aspire to be or even envision themselves as they will most likely mimic others. This intrinsic behavior is common in our society. As parents, we want to mold, shape, or guide them in ways that seem right to us. We want to steer… Read More Parenting – Challenges and Uncertainty “Our Children Belong”

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