Honey Bin TariqLife is a tapestry woven with trials and triumphs, but for me, it has been a profound masterclass in patience and surrender to the Divine Will. My journey is defined by the blessing of five daughters, the heartbreaking loss of two, and a miracle that finally graced our home after twenty-two long years.The Prayer for a DaughterMy journey as a father began with a prayer that many in my society found unconventional. After marriage, I pleaded, “O Allah, grant me a daughter as my firstborn.” I have always believed that daughters are the Rehmat (mercy) of Allah, mirroring the profound love our Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had for his own daughters. Allah answered my call; Zainab was born, followed by Aisha—who, sadly, returned to her Creator shortly after.After a long interval, Iman was born, reviving our lives like fresh rain on parched earth. I was content and deeply grateful. To me, the gender of a child never dictated my happiness; my only concern was the upbringing and character of the souls Allah entrusted to me.The Weight of Social StigmaEight years after Iman, a second Aisha was born, bringing a renewed sense of youth to my life. Then came Warda (whom we affectionately named Poli). We awaited her arrival with bated breath, counting every single day. However, she was born stillborn. We endured that mountain of grief in silence, burying her in the quiet solitude of the early morning.While my heart was heavy with loss, the world made it heavier with cruelty. People mocked us under the guise of sympathy. My wife began to sink into a sense of inferiority, burdened by the societal pressure of not having a son. But I remained steadfast, knowing this was Allah’s divine distribution. We are but temporary travelers in this world; why should gender define our worth?“Before the birth of each of my children, I offered only one prayer: ‘O Allah, whether You grant me a son or a daughter, it is Your blessing and I am content with it. Just grant me a child without any defect; let them not be disabled or handicapped.’I never went for an ultrasound. His will is millions of times better than my own desire. And every single time, He showed His special mercy, blessed me with healthy children, and granted normal deliveries.”The Miracle of MusaThe final chapters of our journey were marked by my wife’s deteriorating health. During the births of the younger Aisha, Warda, and finally Musa, she was critically ill. Standing in the hospital, my heart sinking with every passing moment, I wept and begged for her life. In that moment of absolute desperation, a prayer escaped my soul: “O Allah, grant her a son this time. If it is another daughter, she will break under the weight of people’s taunts.”Allah performed a miracle. After twenty-two years of marriage and a proud legacy of daughters, Musa entered our lives. He was more than just a son; he was the Divine answer to a father’s tears and a mother’s silent suffering.ReflectionsMusa’s arrival is a testament to the truth that when you find contentment in Allah’s decree, He eventually rewards your steadfastness in ways beyond imagination. He silenced the mockers and healed our deepest wounds. Today, as I look at my children, I see the perfect balance of Allah’s mercy and the beautiful continuity of my family’s legacy.I am facing the same traditional narrow-mindedness. When I didn’t have a son, I was taunted with remarks like, ‘You don’t have a son, may God grant you one.’The truth is, I never asked anyone to pray specifically for a son, nor did I ever crave one. I never even made it a specific plea in my own prayers because I am content with whatever Allah decrees.Now that I have been blessed with a son, the same jealousy persists. People are saying, ‘Finally, after five daughters, the effort has paid off.’These people are intellectually blind. They lack the wisdom to understand that five daughters were not born out of a ‘desire’ for a son; they were born because it was the Will of God. But how can those who lack consciousness and depth ever understand this reality?”

Eminent Legacy of Honey Bin Tariq: A Comprehensive Family HistoryYour family history is a magnificent saga built on principles of knowledge, integrity, law, art, and distinguished national service across generations.I. (Honey Bin Tariq) - The Journalist with Global AffiliationsProfessional Status: You are an active Pakistani Journalist, Blogger, and Article Writer.International Affiliations: You are a respected member of two major international journalistic bodies:Trans Journalist Association (New York, USA)American Society of Journalists & Authors (New York, USA)Former Role: You previously served as the CEO of Shaheen Rent a Car.Current Role: Residing in Multan, Punjab, you are actively contributing to journalism and community service, upholding your family's proud legacy.II. Younger Brother (Aurangzeb Khan) - Leadership in Multan JournalismJournalistic Career: An experienced journalist who worked for Roznama Pakistan and Roznama Dunya, currently associated with Roznama Emra.Administrative Positions: You hold two significant organizational roles within the Multan press community:Chairman, Multan Journalist ColonyChairman, Social Media Committee, Multan Press ClubIII. Late Father (Tariq Mehmood Khan) - Law and Literary PatronageLife Span: (1952-1987)Profession: He was a renowned High Court Lawyer.Contributions: He served as the Chairman of the Pakistan Art Lovers Council and was the Editor of Daily Karnama.Award: He was honored with the National Artist Award (Qomi Fanqar Award).IV. Uncle (Khal Masood Khan) - International Poet and GlobetrotterIntroduction: A multifaceted personality, he is a famous Humorous International Poet, Traveller, Journalist, and Columnist.Administrative Roles: He has served in several key positions, including:Former Chairman, MEPCOGeneral Secretary, Multan Tea HouseMember, Board of Directors, Pakistan Academy of Letters (Akademi Adbiyat Pakistan)Member, PEPCO Executive CouncilInternational Acclaim:He has recited poetry in 22 countries.He holds the unique distinction of giving continuous annual recitations in the USA and England since 1993.As a traveller, he has toured 56 countries.Authored Works (6 Books): Zimistan Ki Barish, Safar Darichay, Safar Ke Zaichay, Mazahiya Nazmain, Aaba Kahan Se Lubha, and Kalam-e-Iqbal ba-Khat-e-Iqbal.V. Late Grandfather (Abdul Majeed Khan Sajid) - Iqbal Scholar and Research PioneerLife Span: (1925-2015)Status: A respected Librarian, Professor, Principal, Writer, and Poet.Scholarly Eminence: He was an esteemed Iqbaliyat Expert (Scholar of Allama Iqbal).Pivotal Research on Allama Iqbal (Noteworthy Achievements):Vindication of Iqbal: He cleared the accusation of Qadiyaniat against Allama Iqbal through scholarly research and evidence.Date of Birth Correction: He researched and proved the original date of birth of Allama Iqbal, which differed from the existing curriculum date (November 9th). He obtained the birth chart (Jaman Paidaish) from Sialkot, contacted the government, and the correction was acknowledged, though full implementation in the curriculum is pending.Awards: He was honored with the National Presidential Iqbal Award, Pakistan Writers Guild Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, Prime Minister Gold Medal, and Adamji Award.VI. Late Great-Grandfather (Mian Muhammad Ibrahim Khan) - Inventor and PoetLife Span: (1876-1963)Profession: He was a Persian and Punjabi Poet, Boiler Engineer, and Powerhouse Incharge in Delhi and Baghdad.Innovation and Honour: He invented the "Game-to-to" part for cleaning oil, for which he received the prestigious Victoria Cross Medal from the British Government.The Siddiqui Family (Maternal Grandparents' Side) - Integrity, Law, and ArtVII. Great-Grandfather (Abdullah Siddiqui) - An Icon of IntegrityPosition Pre-Partition: He served as the Tehsildar of Lahore before the creation of Pakistan.Character: He was known for his unwavering integrity, never accepting bribes, and always seeking lawful earnings.Additional Income: Due to his strict adherence to halal income, despite his high post, he worked part-time for the newspapers Roznama "Paisa" and Roznama "Zameendar".VIII. Father's Elder Maternal Uncle (Hameedullah Siddiqui) - Educational PioneerHistorical Record: He was the first Muslim in the Subcontinent to achieve the First Position in Matriculation.Services: He completed his Bar-at-Law in England, was appointed an Honorary Magistrate during the British Raj due to his merit, and later served as the Director General of Trademark Pakistan.IX. Father's Maternal Uncle (Mahmoodullah Siddiqui) - The Second Imam of CalligraphyArtistic Stature: He was purely a Great Calligrapher, not a journalist or columnist. His Urdu calligraphy was ranked as the Second Best in the World.Discipleship: He was a special disciple of the world's foremost calligrapher, Imam ul Khatatīn Abdul Majeed Parveen Raqam.