My journey with makeup is one of self-love and growth. I first started experimenting in high school with a foundation that was waaayy too orange for my skin. It may not have been the best look, but it made me feel beautiful. I loved the creativity involved in makeup and every time I looked in the mirror, I actually liked what I saw.
I’ve spent the last few years perfecting my makeup skills, and I’ve come a long way. I’ve also learned a lot about the industry. Unfortunately, there are still folks out there who have misconceptions about makeup, so I’m here to help differentiate between truths and myths.
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Oh my goodness! So much is happening in such a short period of time. My manuscript is almost complete. I’m getting closer to my goal of publication. And I got my very first feature in a media publication! It’s all surreal. I thought I’d take this time to step back and reflect on where I am. This past month was difficult in terms of writing and putting out content for my book. My mental health got to a low that I hadn’t seen in a while. My interpersonal relationships suffered a bit as well. I had no will to write. At times, I thought about giving up completely. After all, who would want to read a fantasy novel written by me? I really needed to stop for a second, and breathe. I needed to remind myself why I’m writing this book in the first place. I’d love to share with you all the story behind Khadijah Haq. Art by me
The oil cackles as my mom fries samosas. A live stream of prayer in Makkah plays on the T.V. My family gathers around the dining table, eagerly awaiting the call to prayer.
Ramadan always brings a warm feeling of community, of ease. This year, it just doesn’t feel right. I sit at a window seat in a coffee shop on a rainy day. My workstation is set up for optimal productivity. My phone lies face-down on the table, next to my laptop. My journal is bookmarked with ideas in case I need inspiration. My Google document is ready for my flow of genius.
Too bad that rarely ever comes. Ugh. Why is writing so hard? |