This post brought tires to my eyes. I am still trying to find may way in Islam. I have not taken my shahaad yet, and I do not cover, but, I know that I should, and that it is time. Time to dedicate myself fully to Allah (swt), and to teach my children.
I live in a community that is filled with muslims. I go to pick up my daughter from school, and see many muslim women there to pick up their children. And I always wonder, why they never speak or return a smile. Sister Iman is right, that those raised in Islam have been given a great gift. And it is very unfortunate, that some are unwilling to share that gift with those around them. IshaAllah, I will be able to share what I am learning with all who seek the truth.