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What did you want to be when you grew up?

Posted on Sep 24th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

The first time I remember wanting to "be" anything, I was in fourth grade and had just written a poem that everyone raved over. I decided I wanted to be a writer. Not only a... More »

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Do you know what you're here for?

Posted on Aug 5th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

All Muslims believe that we have been created to live our lives in submission to God. And as an individual I have more purpose in my life. I believe I was born to be a... More »

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Where do you find meaning?

Posted on Jun 14th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

For me, faith and family give meaning to my life. I would tell someone else to seek out others and try not to be too alone. Also, I would advise them to seek a higher... More »

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If you had all the time in the world what would you do?

Posted on Apr 13th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Read and write. Write and read. Take a trip once in a while. A road trip, of course. Actually, I quit my day job (teaching) so I could spend my time writing. The problem is... More »

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What (or who) is waiting for you?

Posted on Apr 7th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

My readers are waiting and, up until a few days ago, my editor was waiting, too. For the last six years I've worked on a five-part series, and the final book is nearly ready. The... More »

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What are you waiting for?

Posted on Apr 6th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Nothing, really. There are some events coming up this spring and summer, but I'm ready for them. There are no impending marriages or births in the family. We have everything we could possibly want. My... More »

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Do you know your purpose in life?

Posted on Oct 23rd, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Each Muslim believes that the primary focus and purpose of someone's life is to worship God and submit to Him. This may sound restrictive and cult-like, but it's actually quite a challenge. There are many... More »

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What is the role of art in the world?

Posted on Jul 1st, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Art expresses the spirit of humanity. The imagination of the soul. No one can live by practicality alone.

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Who have you told about your dream?

Posted on Jan 30th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

When I was young, I told my mother. Over the years, I've always shared my dreams and aspirations with my husband, just as he's shared his with me. Recently, I've also begun telling my children.... More »

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What gets you out of bed in the morning?

Posted on Jan 11th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

I need to get up before sunrise every morning to pray. That's my first motivation. Sometimes, because I'm a night owl, I go back to sleep after the prayer. It's a restful time when the... More »

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