After several false starts, I began to get serious about studying Islam. I actually lived as a Muslim in Seattle for several months, including Ramadan. I was fortunate to work only a few blocks from a congregation that met for jummah, so I attended every Friday. I made all but two of my prayers (I took a bit of pride in that fact), and I did my best to eat halal foods when possible. I didn’t drink, I went to taraweeh, and tried to embrace the deen. I had a blog, and I made several internet contacts who were Muslim, all of whom were generous with their time, advice, and support.
Unfortunately, I hit a snag…