Diversity, dialogue and multiculturalism in America

So, as some of you may have heard, we had a baby boy this past Wednesday, August 12th!  And by “we” I mean “I”.  I had a baby boy while my husband did the best he could to participate.

Really, though, I feel he was the model husband and father throughout the entire process, being both present and encouraging while looking tremendously guilty all the while.  If it wasn’t confirmed before, it is now… my husband is perfect.

Thank you so much for your comments on the blog and Facebook, I am really overwhelmed by all the love.

In unrelated news, never give your password to Adam Avitable. He may look like a grown up on the outside, but he is, in fact, a twelve ten eight seven year old on the inside.  A very disturbed seven year old that should be going to the school for “bad” kids, but can’t because even they don’t want him.

And, hello, I am not a Democrat.  I’m a fiscally conservative socially conscious liberal with strong suspicions of government involvement in our personal lives and those of other nations.  So, given Tariq’s unabashed love for free market capitalism, I think we may have a libertarian on our hands.

Either way, I am officially a mother of two.  I have kids.  I can say things like, “I have to go pick up the kids.”  Or, “Be quiet, the kids are sleeping.”

Or, “Aren’t my kids beautiful?”

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76 Responses to I Have Kids

  1. Tami says:

    Your kids are sooooooo beautiful!!! Congrats again :)

  2. Kimberly says:

    Wonderful! They are gorgeous.

    I loved Avitable’s post, however untrue, it WAS funny. :)

  3. Poppy says:

    YAY to kids!!!!!!!! Congrats again, family!

  4. Dave2 says:

    Yes, indeed your kids ARE beautiful! Congratulations!

  5. Miss Britt says:

    Yes, yes they are.

  6. B.E. Earl says:

    They’re okay.

    If you are into that whole beautiful kid thing. ;)

  7. MidLifeMama says:

    Congratulations and good luck! The thought of more than one child makes me want to take a nap. I don’t have experience with raising a girl, but boys are the bomb. And your kids ARE gorgeous.

  8. Avitable says:

    Well, they’re okay. Compared to their mom, that is.

  9. Sarah says:

    You have wonderfully beautiful kids. Congrats again, honey.

  10. You so deserved the worst for giving Avitable your password! (;

    Congratulations, for adding another beautiful child to your family, and for both of your beautiful kids!

  11. What a gorgeous family! I always treasured those first few days of new baby loving. I would gather my other children and we would all cuddle in bed watching TV and bonding!

    Congratulations again!

    • Faiqa says:

      @Blondefabulous, Yeah, we’ve watched more TV in the past four days than we have all year. It’s been great. My daughter is totally into “How Clean Is Your House” and “What Not to Wear.” On her way… :)

  12. Cara Pope says:

    Congratulations. You have beautiful KIDS and you will so enjoy your baby boy. Many blessings!!!

  13. They are both gorgeous. Congratulations again.

    And, um, hello blog dedication! LOL

  14. Look at that sweet picture! He’s smiling. And it’s not gas. Seriously.

    And isn’t plurality with kids cool? :)

    And Adam may be seven, but he’s a lovable seven. That you want to smack.

  15. RebTurtle says:

    Your kids look great. I mean, they hardly look like Adam at all!

    • Faiqa says:

      @RebTurtle, I think I just threw up in my mouth a little at your insinuation. What I can’t figure out is if I’m sickened by the fact that you’ve insinuated that my kids are Adam’s or that he has kids, at all.

  16. Ayesha says:

    They are both mashallah sey adorable. Congrats to you and your family. I can’t wait to see the little one may be after he has first shots. Congrats again. N. definitely looks like a proud older sister

  17. Finn says:

    How could they be anything but beautiful? Congratulations, honey. You did good.

  18. adnan. says:

    that photo is just wow.

    wow.

  19. Sybil Law says:

    LOVE that picture!!!!!!
    You are the best, and you have a fantastic family!!!
    Frame that pic.
    xo

  20. Lexi says:

    Congratulations! They are beautiful indeed.

  21. SciFi Dad says:

    Congratulations, Faiqa. They are both beautiful.

    On a very related note, do you feel like a family now, as Tariq said so long ago?

  22. Hilly says:

    Congratulations! And yes, your kids are amazingly beautiful (as you and Tariq are too).

  23. NYCWD says:

    Wait.

    You mean you were pregnant?

    Why did anyone tell me!!!

    • Faiqa says:

      @NYCWD, Snort. I wasn’t pregnant. Actually, I gained 60 lbs (!!) due to midnight comfort eating, couldn’t bear the shame and kidnapped someone else’s kid in an effort to cover up my lack of self control.

  24. Ren says:

    Welcome to the “kids” club!

    Hey, wait, “I’m a fiscally conservative socially conscious liberal with strong suspicions of government involvement in our personal lives and those of other nations.” We need a party.

    • Faiqa says:

      @Ren, If they had a party for people like us, we wouldn’t join it, anyway. Parties are for people need people to tell them what to think. :)

  25. delmer says:

    Congratulations!

  26. Kate says:

    Yes, they ARE beautiful.

    Why aren’t we Facebook friends? Is it because I think Adam is funny?

  27. Slyde says:

    that is an outstanding picture!

    big congrats to u guys!

  28. Twinkie says:

    Awwwwww….. look at those two! BFF’s already! Until they turn preteen of course and discover sibling rivalry. They will get over that eventually, by 18 years old. Then again, BFF’s for life!
    (woot)

  29. when describing your kids, “beautiful” is an understatement.
    i’m so happy for you and (the perfect) tariq!

  30. Becky says:

    Oh my gosh, Faiqa. What a beautiful picture! How’s the big sister doing? I am so happy and excited for your family :)

    • Faiqa says:

      @Becky, Thanks! Big sister is doing great! IN fact, she is downright impressive. She loves holding him, gets mad because she can’t change his diaper or give him a bottle (I’m nursing him), and scolds me and her dad for being to loud or for not holding him the right way. LIterally, she acts like a second mother. I’m waiting for a little jealous acting out, but thus far, nothing.

  31. Becca says:

    Those babies are gorgeous!!!! I loved Avitable’s post, did he get you while you were on pain meds???

    • Faiqa says:

      @Becca, No, actually, he’s had my password for a while. I can’t be bothered with learning how to do trivial things like add plug ins or update my version of wordpress, so Adam does all that for me. So, I guess I shouldn’t complain too much.

  32. Selma says:

    They are just so precious. That is a photo to be treasured. It must be a lovely feeling to say: ‘my kids.’

  33. HoosierGirl says:

    Yay, yay, yay! Congratulations! They look beautiful, both of them. How’s he doing now?

    Watch out – boys are completely different (brilliant observation, I know). But I love my boys – they’re fun!

    J.

  34. Komal says:

    I have been waiting for a picture like this. Absolutely stunning. You’re incrediable. I miss Nuha everyday send all my lovin

  35. Sarcastica says:

    Finally making it online to see the pictures! GORGEOUS! He is so perfect! So is she! :) good work :)

  36. Faiqa says:

    @Sarcastica, Thanks! Yours is gorgeous, too. I’ve been keeping up.

  37. martymankins says:

    I am VERY late to the game here, but wanted to say congrats on the new arrival. I’ll try not to be a stranger in the future.

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