Ugly Shoes & Paper Planes

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I write about living prophetically, spirituality, and the beauty of quiet service as a mother of young children. I wear ugly shoes and enjoy flying paper planes with my kids.

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About Sadia Kalam

Mom of three. Writer of romance with ancient texts.

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