Published on AYROTV.com Somali
March 29, 2025
Eid Mubarak, my beloved flowers and all Somalis across the globe! As the crescent moon rises to signal the end of Ramadan, our hearts bloom with joy, gratitude, and unity. Today, we step into Eid al-Fitr—a sacred celebration that wraps us in peace and sweetness, like the first bite of halwo after a month of fasting. To my flowers—those who light up my world with your resilience and love—and to every Somali from the shores of the Indian Ocean to the diaspora’s farthest reaches, Ciid Wanaagsan! May this day shower you with blessings as abundant as the stars over the Somali plains.
Eid al-Fitr is our moment to shine. After 30 days of devotion, reflection, and sacrifice, we gather as one family—whether in Mogadishu’s bustling streets, Hargeisa’s lively markets, or the quiet homes of Minneapolis and London. The air hums with the clatter of pots preparing sambuusa and bariis iskukaris, while children dart around in crisp new clothes, their laughter a melody of hope. For Somalis, this isn’t just a holiday; it’s a testament to our strength, a chance to renew bonds, and a time to share what we have with those who have less.
To my flowers, you are the heartbeat of this celebration. You’ve stood tall through every storm, like the acacia trees that defy the desert’s harsh winds. This Eid, let’s honor that spirit by filling our homes with warmth—tables laden with malawax and suqaar, voices raised in takbeer, and hands extended in forgiveness. Let’s visit our neighbors, call our relatives, and send a plate of lahoh to someone who needs a smile. In the Somali way, we rise together, and today is no exception.
For our brothers and sisters across Somalia and beyond, Eid al-Fitr carries the rhythm of our heritage. From the beaches of Liido, where waves crash in celebration, to the diaspora communities weaving Somali traditions into new lands, we are united by faith and love. Leaders join citizens in prayer, as we saw this year with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud at Isbahaysiga Mosque, calling for peace and unity. It’s a reminder that Eid is not just about feasting—it’s about healing, rebuilding, and dreaming of a brighter tomorrow.
So, my flowers and all Somalis, let’s make this Eid unforgettable. Wear your finest dirac or macawiis, share a sweet with a stranger, and dance to the tunes of our culture. May Allah accept our fasts, answer our prayers, and grant us a future as rich as the spices in our hilib ari. To the AYROTV family and every soul reading this: Eid Mubarak! Ciid Wanaagsan! Let’s celebrate today with the joy it deserves, for we are a people who know how to turn every moment into a gift.
