A convert's dilemma: staying connected with loved ones
I'm an Italian woman preparing to embrace Islam. My family is deeply Catholic, yet they've embraced my choice and offer unwavering support. In that sense, I feel truly blessed. But here's the tricky part: now that I'm building friendships within the Muslim community, I feel a bit uneasy when Christian holidays come around. Tomorrow is Easter, a significant time for my family. I'd love to join them, not to observe it religiously, but simply to be together-we rarely get that chance, especially since I live far away. Some people think this isn't appropriate and say I should distance myself. What's your take? Is it wrong to cherish family moments during holidays, especially when they've done so much to respect my faith journey? JazakAllah Khair for your thoughts.