Ramadan and Rocks

Today marks the first day of Ramadan.

The holy month of fasting for Muslims.

It is a time for spiritual cleansing, practicing self-control, learning self-restraint,

being patient and merciful.

It also means more change.

Though I don't usually fast, my husband and boys do.

My husband also has different working hours during this time.

 
I will be making simple soups and salads for fatoor (the breaking of the fast at sunset).
Zucchini soup is one of my favorites but not a favorite for the boys so tonight they will be getting tomato soup seasoned with cardamom, salad and baked cheese sambousa.

 The weather this morning was rather blah, so I didn't walk

(though I think my back could have used the stretching).

 Instead, the rock I showed you yesterday is now wearing a pretty pale blue cover.
It's my first completed crochet project in a while.

 All of these rocks have been collected on my walks.
Some are slated for crochet.

 While others are more suited to sitting in a pretty bowl.

And here's some food for thought.

Life truly is about simple pleasures.
Blessings to you all,