A Garden in My Hands cover:Hardcover One of those descendants

One of those descendants

and people of New York City which sparkles below

that quick thinking is more important than quick running

you will not remember who gave you the towel with which to dry your body

she knows something must be done

A Garden in My Hands cover:Hardcover One of those descendantsThis touching picture book celebrates the custom of applying henna for special occasions through a mother and daughter who share family memories and stories. The sweet smell of henna, and stories we carry, fill us with pride of a faraway home. There's a wedding tomorrow! And one little girl sits patiently while her mother tenderly applies intricate, delicate henna designs on her hands. As she does, she shares family stories about weddings, monsoons,