Hey everyone, salams from the US of A! We made it here a few days ago and all is well, alhamdulillah.
So a few initial observations after 10 years. I'm surprised at how not weird it feels. It really is home. A lot of stuff is the same, stores and streets etc. I thought it would be way different. Another thing, all the cars are so new and nice. I suppose some live beyond their means to keep up with the Joneses but yea, lots of nice cars everywhere.
The thing that really sticks out and has made me so happy is how friendly everyone is! Americans are so freaking friendly! It's only been a few days but really, I was worried about being back and hijabi nowadays but people are so smiley and polite. I love it!
Sales. OMG. A person could really go crazy here. The sales and clearance really make you want to buy everything, just on principle. I'm keeping it under control, inshaAllah but I got some great deals already, alhamdulillah.
The kids were oohing and aahing at the houses as we drove around the first day. They are used to buildings so pretty houses with lawns and driveways are wow. Same for how green it is here, mashAllah. It's really refreshing to see.
Alhamdulillah for everything, I'm really thankful that we were able to come. Here are some photos so far.
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About to take off, Do you think Zayneb looks scared? |
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Safiyah in Paris at our stop over. |
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Waiting for our connection. |
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The Verrazano Bridge. |
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Salwa and Safiyah :) |
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At a food court about to get some.... |
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Cold Stone ice cream. So good! |