Category : Family

Kahlil Gibran’s Poem On Marriage

My cousin has been visiting us for the last couple of weeks. She was raised in England and has a beautiful English accent. We have been experimenting lately in my humble studio and after hearing her recite some poetry I ..

Song & Video by Taraz Mahony: 'An End To War'

About a month ago my son, Taraz, started writing a song for a personal project he was assigned to do for school.  In the 10th grade, all the students are required to create a product of their choice and write ..

Heavenly Wings-Composition for my Son’s 15th birthday!

Heavenly Wings-Composition for my Son’s 15th birthday!

Turning 15 is a huge milestone on the spiritual journey of life. Baha’u’llah referred to it as the commencement of maturity and in the Baha’i Faith it is the age at which a young person begins to take on for ..

Precious Mother's Day Gifts

Mothers day was a huge treat for me this year! The children brought me breakfast in bed (my daughter makes amazing French toast and eggs) and in the evening we went to one of my favorite restaurants. After we arrived ..

Ayyam-i-Ha Song

In just less than a week, Baha’is all around the world celebrate Ayyam-i-Ha which is a time of bringing cheer to others, visiting the poor and needy and giving gifts.  One of the ways I like to celebrate is by giving ..

Recording music with my daughter

My daughter Amelia and I have been working on a project lately.  For awhile I’ve wanted to do a rough recording of some prayers and Baha’i Writings that we have been singing together every night at bedtime for the last ..

How Fast they grow!

I held a gorgeous 2 month old baby today while she was sleeping on my chest.  It was a moment of pure bliss and reminded me of how fast our precious children grow up.  I wrote about this a few ..

Who are you grateful for today?

During the fasting period, I often remind myself of those I am grateful for in my life.  I think you’ll have an idea of who that is once you read this lovely passage below (click on the passage itself for ..

New (easy to learn) Ayyam-i-Ha Song and Video!

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  • We have embarked upon the Festival of Ayyam-i-Ha which is a special time of gift giving, charity, hospitality and celebration for Baha’is all over the world. During these precious few days, I try and think of a small gift that ..

    Homemade Playdough Recipe

    Photo by Jill Green Recently a friend of mine asked for creative ideas to do with her 2 year old daughter so I suggested making playdough together.  Here is the home made recipe I used to make with my children ..