Writing Life

A split-screen graphic. On the left, a pastel striped background with the text 'BUY ME A COFFEE' and a graphic of a phone connecting to a laptop with the phrase 'Opening up the group chat!'. On the right, a smiling woman wearing a hijab and glasses holds up a blender cup filled with a pink smoothie, under the text 'NEW CONVOS FOR A NEW AUDIENCE'.

Buy Me a Coffee

I’m on Buy Me A Coffee! Why? Because I’m trying to overcome overthinking everything (yes, everything). I’m committing to writing for you every Sunday. Whether you want to support my journey with a coffee or just stay for the vibes, I’d love to have you.

A Close(r) Look at Distance Education

I’ve worked in online education for nearly 15 years. Still, I am aware that some are still skeptical about the quality of the education distance learning can provide.  Because I am in the unique perspective of having experience as an online instructor and now student, I can give an honest assessment from both sides. I look forward to sharing my experience.

Why Superheroes?

If you follow me on social media, I’ve spent the past few days discussing a recent author visit that I did. That’s right! This is the newest part of my author life. I’m offering in-person school visits. It’s funny that I wanted to be an author when I was younger because I thought they got… Read more »

Text reads My Highlights Foundation scholarship will help me inspire kids!

Don’t Block your Blessings

The moral of this story is going to be a follows: Don’t block your own blessings. Despite not really believing I would receive a Highlights Scholarship, I applied. I’ve got to remember not to accept a “no” that was never said.

Barbie

Promo for The Little Mermaid and The Masjid Kamal Loves is pretty much over, so I get a little break. What are my plans? To treat myself just a little bit–likely in the form of a movie. Personally, I cannot wait for the Barbie movie to come out. July 21st cannot come fast enough! My… Read more »