ISBN: 689076309721
Author: Various
Publisher: WOW Publishing Inc. (2010)
Pages: 112 Binding: Paperback

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In This Issue:

SPECIAL REPORT Widening the Circle of Inclusion - Dealing with Disabilities Until the Muslim community creates an environment that allows for the full participation of all its members, people living with disabilities will remain on the periphery. The grades the community receives on accessibility and accommodation from people who deal with barriers indicate a great need for spiritual and social growth. by Mariam Aziz, Rabia Khedr, Tayyibah Taylor & Brianne Weber

FEATURES
Rhyme & Reason Female spoken word artists are making a name for themselves as they paint thought-provoking pictures with their eloquent words by Nadirah Z. Sabir

Suddenly Single Examine the rulings of 'iddah (waiting period) and read as three women share their painful experiences of widowhood. by Na'Aisha Malika B. Austin, Farah Syed, Tayyaba Syed & Tara Maimuna Walker

Living with Passion DonÆt just wish and hope. Follow these simple steps to achieve your goals and make your dreams a reality. by Zarinah El Amin Naeem

Inner Makeover Noor Jawad is a life coach who counsels her clients to make positive changes in their lives, addressing issues of the body, mind, emotions and spirit. by Aliya Latif

The Best of Both Worlds A growing number of Muslim families in America are multicultural. Embracing the various cultures within their families enriches, not only their families, but the entire community in which they live. by Salma Hasan Ali

The First Right Greeting each other with "As salaamu alaykum" is not just polite manners. It is the right of every Muslim. by Maryam Funmilayo

Nature's Way Normal birthing, be it in the hospital or at home, suspends medical intervention and gives mother and baby a birth experience that has been a rarity in North America. Also natural is breastfeeding ûthe easy, healthy and green way to feed a baby. by Michele Baqi-Aziz

LIFESTYLE

Destinations Brazil- A Giant by Nature. Samba drums, soccer, aromatic coffee, jungle, rainforest, color, exotic sounds. Explore Brazil, South AmericaÆs largest country, as this giant prepares for the 2016 Olympics. by Nadia Ali

D?cor The Finishing Touch Islamic-themed accessories can freshen a room's atmosphere, changing it from bland to wow! by Nuzulita

Menu Sweet & Spicy Indian Cuisine with an East African Flavor, featuring the recipes of Tahera Rawji.

Style Favorite Designers Azizah readers model fashions from their favorite designers. by Nuzalita

Well-Being Liquid Gold Honey tastes good and it's good for us. by Emina Basic-Begagic

DEPARTMENTS

Deen The Story of Eve: The QurÆanic story of creation does not include fashioning women from crooked ribs. by Zahra Ayubi

Shahadah One Rainy Day by Maryam Chambler Delossant

Book Club Reviews of Reviews of Journey Through Ten Thousand Veils by Maryam Kabeer Faye and Year of the Elephant by Leila Abouzeid.

Real Gems Fabric wrapping, portable prayer rugs, henna shampoos, fragrant bath and skin treats and a special Do Not Disturb sign. by

Staff Writers

Global Voices Spiritual Guide. Saadia Ait Bou is one of the first women in Morocco to become a murshidah (spiritual guide). Powered by knowledge and inspiration, she helps to temper extremist ideas that may challenge her country. by Fadoua Abida

Poetry Excuse Me, While I Kiss the Sky by Faeka Husain. Art by Leila Dullo-Agger

Spoken Word by Reem Abou-Samra Art by Fatimah Ashaela Ibrahim

Reflections Towards Wholeness In the second in a series of three essays, we look at how our experience and understanding impact our identity construction as Muslim women. by Jacqueline Freeman Ennaffah

Point of View Preventing Radicalism by Hedieh Mirahmadi Ayah Surah al Hajj, Ayah 78 Art by Marini Widowati