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Marilyn Morton's avatar

Your family consists of such wonderful writers. This attribute is such a pleasure and we all benefit from knowing about the village that supports you, Ibrahim, and your children. Let me add to it as you are well loved! Aunt M3, Sacto

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Asma Sukhera's avatar

Fati, thank you so much. Birthdays aren't the same since he passed. I think of him fondly and often. It puts life in perspective... this year was celebrated with pause and reflection... just like he would have done. I am honored to have shared this day with him and to be mentioned in your blog. Thank you for thinking of me !

Ibrahim, you are missed every day ! We celebrate you every year through the impact you made in this short life. Seeing your beautiful boys, I am reminded of your echoing laughter and wisdom beyond your years. Sending you heavenly birthday wishes and duas... miss you today and everyday, my birthday buddy.

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Cara's avatar

Happy 48th birthday, Ibrahim. Your impact is felt and carried out far and wide, and ever so powerfully, even in your absence from the earthly realm. We miss you., and continue to hold your family and boys in our prayers.

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Danielle Kangas's avatar

Happy birthday to your beloved.

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Rasheed Hislop's avatar

salaam alaikum - very grateful for this post. the idea that we can manifest dreams/life goals by expressing gratitude for them in advance is a very powerful one and one i hope to continue reflecting on for sometime. ibrahim's gifts continue to ripple out. happy born day akhi. wasalaam

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Ibrahim Abdul-Matin's avatar

Salam Rasheed, so nice to hear from you. Ibrahim wrote about this gratitude practice that he learned from his dear friend Abdallah.

https://www.interfaithamerica.org/article/prescription-for-life/

The goal is to list things that you are thankful for from the past, present, and future. The gratitude for the past and present is of course to Allah and for the future serves as a dua.

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