I have something I want to share with my brothers and sisters in Islam.
Since reverting to Islam i have felt this undescribed happiness, and I have felt very blessed to have found Islam, Alhamdulillah. I made my Shahada two weeks ago (23.12.2009) and the same day I told my father about my reversion. I have never felt so much love and understanding from my father, when he accepted my reversion and me as a muslim, Alhamdulillah! Today we had a great discussion about Islam, about my decission and about religion. I am really blessed with the most great father for accepting me as I am, even if he might not accept nor have knowledge about my religion. My mother on the other hand is having difficulties understanding, but InshAllah she will come around.
Since i reverted I have been practicing preforming salah, and been blessed with great friends here on TTI (sisters) and my special sister who took me to the local mosque months ago, Alhamdulillah. I also need to thank Allah for giving me a great gift in a form of my husband-to-be InshAllah, who has helped and giving me space to learn about the beauty of Islam. Yesterday (friday) was my first visit to the mosque since my reversion, and I got many great welcomes from my new sisters, Alhamdulillah.
I want to tell people considering reverting to Islam not to hesitate. You can always find a reason not to revert; family, friends, knowledge, faith, you name it. I thought i needed to have total knowledge about Islam and have great faith in Allah, but all this came when accepting Islam and continuing seeking for the truth. I have never felt more peaceful and having this great love what i have today writing things. I thank Allah for guideing me on the right path and showing mercy and forgiveness.
Later on i will write about my way to Islam and about making Shahada, when the time is right.
Blessings upon you sisters and brothers in Islam, may Allah keep you safe and steadfast in your faith. Ameem.