Hijabi Handshaker Musings on life, love, faith and living abroad. Tue, 11 Sep 2018 07:18:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Ashura and the Legacy of Hussain https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/09/ashura-and-the-legacy-of-hussain/ Tue, 11 Sep 2018 07:18:10 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=1008 Ashura begins There was a quiet beauty in the South of Lebanon this weekend as villages prepared for the commemoration of Ashura and remembrance of Imam Hussain’s (as) stand against oppression. Driving through the villages, I watched as communities came together to decorate for the activities that will stretch over the first ten days of […]
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]]> The Bekaa Valley and a Taste of Home https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/09/the-bekaa-valley-and-a-taste-of-home/ Tue, 04 Sep 2018 07:01:08 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=924 The Western Bekaa Region This weekend was spent in the heart of the Bekaa Valley. An area rich in fertile soils and agricultural resources. The extraordinary views leave me breathless with each visit. The beginning of its border is located approximately 32 km outside of Beirut and the vast area borders Syria, reaching across 120 […]
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]]> Dealing with Anxiety https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/08/dealing-with-anxiety/ Wed, 29 Aug 2018 11:09:57 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=843 Anxiety is real “I have anxiety.” Having to say those words once gave me heart palpitations. I am past that, now. Though overwhelming feelings still consume me at times, I am learning how to navigate my emotions as they bubble over. Given my active social life, one would never know the extent of my anxiety. […]
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]]> After 26 years, Mom & Dad take on Lebanon https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/08/after-26-years-mom-dad-take-on-lebanon/ Fri, 24 Aug 2018 10:22:13 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=786 The first parental unit visit since I moved My parents came to Lebanon to visit me. Mom for 5 weeks and dad for 8 weeks. They had not traveled here, together, in 26 years. Barely traveling anywhere together for more than a week’s time, I was unsure how this trip would go. The furthest they […]
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]]> Struggle In Being God-Consciousness https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/08/struggle-in-being-god-consciousness/ Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:16:29 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=766 If only we could pay our bills with the opinions of people. It is a struggle, do not let them get to you I have been traversing the sea of people’s nasty attitudes and insecure comments for many years. There are days when I feel like I am caught in an episode of Mean Girls. […]
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]]> Lebanon’s National Army Day https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/08/lebanons-national-army-day/ Wed, 01 Aug 2018 11:55:16 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=739 It is August 1 and the day the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) celebrate their National Army Day. Today Lebanon honors its heroes, past and present, across the country. Rooted in commitment and dedication to serving the nation, LAF members are from diverse religious and social backgrounds. Together, they work side by side towards one goal, […]
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]]> Rampant Racism, Bigotry and Abuse https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/07/rampant-racism-bigotry-and-abuse/ Wed, 25 Jul 2018 06:26:52 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=706 Makeup cannot beautify an ugly heart This week, Kuwaiti makeup artist and beauty blogger, Sondos Alqattan made headlines speaking negatively about domestic workers. Instead of issuing a sincere apology, she further explained her reasoning which only resulted in even more ignorance. Some say that all publicity is good publicity – though I don’t think this […]
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]]> Moments That Shape Our Lives https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/07/moments-that-shape-our-lives/ Thu, 19 Jul 2018 08:22:26 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=673 They’re here! (Image taken at Deir Taanayel in Bekaa Valley) My parents have arrived to Beirut. It has been 26 years since they came to Lebanon, together. I cannot believe we are here, together, after such a long time. During our first evening out, I realized how much I embody a mixture of their characteristics […]
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]]> Living Kindly in a Harsh World https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/07/living-kindly-in-a-harsh-world/ Fri, 06 Jul 2018 09:27:35 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=631 Embracing Human Dignity There is so much disregard and disrespect for humanity. Many have forgotten what it means to live with kindness. Treating people with respect and courteous behavior is not a new concept. Embracing human dignity is as easy as buttoning your shirt. You bring warmth to the hearts of others around you by […]
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]]> Lebanese Diaspora and Tourism: The Treasures of Lebanon https://www.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/2018/07/lebanese-diaspora-and-tourism-the-treasures-of-lebanon/ Mon, 02 Jul 2018 08:14:17 +0000 http://admin.patheos.com/blogs/hijabihandshaker/?p=566 A busy, busy Beirut Its summertime in Lebanon and tourism time! The airport is bustling with expats flooding this tiny little nation and flights arrive each day filled to capacity. A nation already bursting at its seams with an estimated 6 million residents, Lebanon will greet over 350,000 tourists this summer. According to Lebanon’s Ministry […]
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