Category Archives: Things

A Fine Fourth (of January)

Posted on January 4, 2018 by TheJessicaness

Q&A a Day: The best part of today? Books! and other gifts. I went to the gym this morning and then found out my orthopedic appointment for this afternoon had been delayed for three weeks. I called the doctor and … Continue reading →

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Currently Reading

Posted on January 3, 2018 by TheJessicaness

Q&A a Day: What are you reading right now? (besides these words) a book by Timothy Ferriss called The 4-Hour Body. I wanted to know if there were tips inside that would help me in my pursuit to be a … Continue reading →

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Days Before Eid-Fitr

Posted on July 27, 2014 by TheJessicaness

Blurry Eyed But still I wake. I told Dad I was signing the lease today and checked our bank account to see that we still haven’t been paid. Working out so early in the morning doesn’t seem so bad as … Continue reading →

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Mosaic Morning and Late Night Laundry

Posted on July 19, 2014 by TheJessicaness

The alarm went off and I laid back down for just a moment. I knew that if I went back to sleep I could wake up late and throw off our timing for picking up dinar and Priya – a … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts on Ramadan

Posted on June 30, 2014 by TheJessicaness

Ramadan was the hottest month in Islāmic history. It was a time of less food and water, so during their fasting it’s not just for starving or dehydration, it’s a time of contemplation and reflection, of spiritual growth, and commitment. It’s … Continue reading →

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