Vase of Carnations, oils on canvas by A. Chida You carnations in foster care Sit splendid in a dwelling where Your newfound sibling baby breaths…
You took away my wealth and home, My car, my work, my every gain, You said you care about me, but I doubt you even…
You took away my m-and-m’s, My snickers, and my candy cane, You said you care about me, but I doubt you even feel my pain.…
The less of you that stands between Your Lord and what you pray, The more expanse of fertile green; For every word you say Shall…
On the passing of my dear mother-in-law: Ayesha Fayroze Zamani Begum (1948 – 2012) Allahumma Aghfir lahaa Ammi, I always wished for you To be…
Your smile, my child, I love your smile, It takes me to a sunny place, And if you hold it for a while, I’ll feel…
Love him that you too may be loved, Miss him, and you’ll be missed; Just long to kiss his hand that might Your longing face…
When sunshine falls upon a spread Of yellow prairie flowers, It fills me with that silent peace That graces morning hours. The sunshine and the flowers, each,…