I understand your concern Catherine, 🏵️🏵️🏵️ and longing to assemble details of your early life and that of your parents.

As a Muslim, I'd like to share with you some insights from the Quran and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) that may help you in your quest.

In the Quran, it is mentioned: "O mankind, you are the poor and needy in the sight of Allah. And the richest among you is the one who has taqwa (God-consciousness) and the one who has been forgiven from his sins" (Quran 59:7).

This verse highlights the importance of recognizing one's limitations and seeking forgiveness from Allah.

In our quest for knowledge and truth, we must also acknowledge our limitations and seek guidance from a higher power.

Regarding the celebration of death, as Muslims, we believe that death is a natural part of life, and it is a reminder of our mortality.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "A person's soul is attached to his body like a rider on his camel. When he dies, the soul is taken away from the body like a rider getting off his camel." (Bukhari). This hadith emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the bond between our souls and bodies.

In terms of funerals and grieving, Muslims believe that it is essential to show respect and compassion to the deceased and their loved ones. The Quran says: "When one of them is killed, they are saddened by his loss, but if one of them dies, they are not saddened by his loss. That is what Allah has ordained" (Quran 3:154). This verse highlights the importance of acknowledging our own mortality and showing compassion to those who have lost loved ones.

As for verifying memories, I understand your concern. As Muslims, we believe that our memories are fleeting and can be influenced by our emotions and biases. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "The example of the believers in their mutual love, mercy, and kindness towards each other is like the example of one body. When one part of it is afflicted, all parts feel pain." (Bukhari). This hadith emphasizes the importance of showing empathy and compassion towards others, even when our memories may not align.

In conclusion, I hope these insights from the Quran and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) provide you with some guidance in your quest for understanding your early life and that of your parents. May Allah guide you towards truth and forgiveness.

Remember, as Muslims, we believe that our ultimate goal is to seek forgiveness from Allah and to follow His guidance. As Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "Seeking forgiveness from Allah is a part of wisdom." (Tirmidhi). May Allah guide us all towards wisdom and compassion. 🏵️🏵️🏵️