Celebrating Eid!
Eid Mubarak!! Happy Eid!!
Wikipedia actually had a pretty good description of Eid so…
“Eid- ul-Fitr is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. Fitr means “to break the fast” and therefore symbolizes the breaking of the fasting period. On the day of the celebration, a typical Muslim family gets up very early and attends special prayers held only for the occasion in mosques, in large open areas, stadiums or arenas.
The prayer is generally short, and is followed by a khutba (lecture). The festivities and merriment start after the prayers with visits to the homes of friends and relatives and thanking God for all blessings. Eid is a time to come together as a community and to renew friendship and family ties. This is a time for peace for all Muslims in the world to devote to prayers and mutual well-being.
It is a joyous occasion with important religious significance. Happiness is observed as attaining spiritual uplift after a month of fasting. Muslims dress in holiday attire. After attending the special congregational prayer in the morning, worshippers greet and embrace each other in a spirit of peace, love, and brotherhood. Visiting friends and relatives is common.
For Muslims, Eid ul-Fitr is a joyful celebration of the achievement of enhanced piety. It is a day of forgiveness, moral victory and peace, of congregation, fellowship, brotherhood and unity. Muslims are not only celebrating the end of fasting, but thanking God for the help and strength that they believe he gave them throughout the previous month to help them practice self-control.”
I also wanted to share some of the articles that have inspired me throughout this blessed month.
From the very talented and inspirational Maliha, the magic we weave, and Eid Spring Cleaning.
From the lovely and beautiful Suroor, There is no Muslim God.
From the very eloquent Saffiya, What non-Muslims taught me about Ramadan.
There were so much more… too many to list and thanks to all of you for your amazing stories and inspirational writing.
Happy Eid Everyone! 
