To my little ones

To my little ones

My dear Munchkins,

Umma has lots to pen but don't want to bore you.I promise to keep it short.

As I write I have no idea if I can convey right.I entered motherhood without much idea of what to expect.I was studying back then and felt very emotional on leaving my first born even for few hours everyday.Gradually I returned home with you and we started living our new life.Being a spoon fed girl in my childhood,there were many challenges.

Both me and your dad were still students and were in our stage of life where we were trying to do our best to ensure a good future for you.

As years rolled by,your siblings joined us in our journey.Being parents ,we have had our ups and downs and have made mistakes in our endeavour to give you the best of everything.

I had like to pen down few things which might help you in life.

-Never take life for granted.Acknowledge the blessings and be grateful to your Lord

-Don't always expect happiness.There will be tough situations in life but they will only make you stronger.

-Don't wait for someone(including me and your dad) to wipe away all your problems.We too have our limits and although in our lives we will strive to give you support and love in all situations, realize that ultimately it is only your Maker who can ease things for you.

-Remain steadfast.Choose your friends wisely.Your thinking,lifestyle,faith all depend on them

-Never crave for appreciation ,because if you do you will end up depressed.Not everyone will accept you and it is not the likes and followers on social media that counts.

-Satan is your enemy.Do not befriend him by following all your desires.

-Strive to stay on the right path.

-Qur'an is your guide.Turn to it and read the messages from your Lord.

-Carry it in your heart,memorize it and implement it in your lives.

-You may take up different professions in life but don't forget the ultimate purpose of life.

-Do good to others and be role models in your character and conduct.

-Try to be patient in whatever befalls you in life.There will be stressful situations but all this is just part and parcel of life.

In the years to come you will all slowly move on and won't need us like before.We know that and will always pray for your happiness.It is not our wealth that will help you but the values you learned from us.

We don't know how much time we have left so do your best in everything and leave the rest to Almighty

With lots of love,

Umma

Dahlia Mohammed Ali