**Assalam-O-Alaikum, Dear Friends**

Hello, Steemit friends! I hope you're all doing well. Today, I want to share a simple yet meaningful piece of art with you. It all started one night when I found myself sitting alone, deep in thought. I’ve always had a passion for sketching, even though I’m not a professional artist. That night, I felt the urge to create something special, not just for myself but as a form of devotion. After spending some time thinking, an idea struck me: I should try sketching the holy Kaaba. ![4A.jfif](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmfR2zDdCHrsBYZupdG5DTJvQwP3ZtNTKaznSiMcptRP2h/4A.jfif) To be honest, I wasn’t sure how to approach it, as I’ve never been perfect at drawing. Yet, my heart and soul were filled with excitement, urging me to start. I grabbed a pencil and began sketching, though I made several mistakes along the way. I was a little nervous because, as we all know, our religion is something we hold sacred and give immense respect to. This made it a bit challenging for me, but I didn’t let my nerves get the best of me. As I continued drawing, ![3A.jfif](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmcCukuNWaHpukUtN7Xccphp2w4rCvZ3xKWM8LtNqskiGQ/3A.jfif) ![2A.jfif](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmeqMnQKBEPv5JWzHPD1Z1MWRTXr1z1yMnKfXAExJmpfAf/2A.jfif) I realized my sketch needed more detail. So, I used a black marker to outline the sketch and added a short dua for extra meaning. # Final look ![5A.jfif](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmQxEevEAov7WoJf9xbaMgxVA58R7iz76EmJqcHaQ2QkWL/5A.jfif) Honestly, after finishing, I felt incredibly happy. Not only did I spend my time in a fulfilling way, but I also realized how important it is to use our free time positively. This is a great activity for children as well. Encouraging kids to engage in art, especially art that has meaning and depth, helps nurture their creativity and spirituality. It teaches them patience, focus, and the importance of channeling their energy into something productive. Art can be a positive outlet for their emotions, and it’s a beautiful way to connect with faith from a young age. I encourage everyone to create art, not for superficial reasons, but to spread positivity. While I could have drawn many other things, I chose to dedicate this artwork to Allah as a humble gesture of gratitude for His endless blessings. Stay happy, stay kind, and respect all faiths. Thank you for visiting my post @ngoenyi @simonnwigwe @bossj23 @m-fdo @uzma4882 @walictd @mesola