Life's Corner

Show some Love

2012-02-12T10:47:00.001+01:00

Valentine is here once again and I still stand by my position that it is unislamic. If you are already making plans and deciding on what to spend and how to spend, please conduct some thorough research on the position of Islam regarding this pagan practice. And I have a proposal for you. . .instead of spending all that money on a single day's event, how about do something to earn Allah's

The Feast of Dhul Hijjah

2011-10-23T16:28:00.002+01:00

When we think of Dhul Hijjah, what usually comes to mind is the feast to be enjoyed after the usual sacrifice (of ram, cow, camel etc). Although abundance of meat is the main characteristic of this season, dhul hajj entails a lot more. Dhul Hajj or Dhul Hijjah is the last of the 12 months of the Islamic calendar. It is

Ramadan Follow-Up

2011-09-14T03:44:00.001+01:00

Eid Mabrouk! Alhamdulillah we have seen the end of Ramadan. Some people were with us last Ramadan but did not make it to this one; some made it but were too sick to fast; some made it but Allah took their lives before the end. So, we say Alhamdulillah for being able to start and see it through. Ramadan is over but its not all over. It is now time for us to ask ourselves how the Prophet (SAW)

Lessons From Ramadan

2011-08-27T05:54:00.000+01:00

Assalam Alaikum, Now that Ramadan is coming to an end, its time we review what we have learnt of Taqwa and Charity; and spread it out to other months of the year. As we all know, Ramadan is a learning month. It was sent in order for us to attain taqwa. As Allah said,"يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُواْ كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ

Half Way Through Ramadan. . .What Have You Achieved?

2011-08-17T17:07:00.000+01:00

Assalam Alaikum and Ramadan Kareem. Its amazing how time flies. It almost feels like yesterday when I made my last post but amazingly, it isn't. Time flies really fast and unless we walk fast with it, we are sure to be left behind. May Allah help us. Ameen. Today is the 17th day of Ramadan. We have all made so many plans for this glorious month and I think its high time we sat down and

Welcome O Ramadan!

2011-07-25T12:59:00.005+01:00

It is that month of the year again in which Muslims observe obligatory fast.; that month of the year which is so full of blessings and peace; that month of the year which every mu'min looks forward to with great hope. I hope you are as excited as I am. Today, I intend to remind us of the blessings Allah has set up for us to grab in this great month. It is just like an all you can eat buffet with

Life is not About Choices

2011-06-25T06:00:00.002+01:00

No. Life definitely isn't. Some time ago I thought life plans are paramount. I thought I had to plan everything. . .and according to "the way things should be". I was wrong. I made all the right moves and did all the right things at the right time; I respected all and everyone's wish. I did all I could to ensure that I made everyone happy thinking that things will be reciprocated when I'm in

In Search of Advice

2011-06-21T16:00:00.000+01:00

Assalam Alaikum my fellow brothers and sisters. Today I'm writing to seek your advice on what to do with "my kids." Yes, my kids. Remember I told you that I now teach in an Elementary School? Well, I have been put in charge of Extra-Curricular Activities. The major problem I am facing is the Kid's lack of interest in the Program.I need suggestions on some fun activities to boost their interest

Solar/Lunar Eclipse:The Islamic View

2011-06-18T17:54:00.002+01:00

A third night ago, there was lunar eclipse in my part of the world. I was asleep and was woken up by a family member. She walked in and out of the room several times even touching me the last time. Her understanding of an eclipse is that the world would end if the moon does not clear by midnight. This triggered my need to spread the little I know and hope by Allah that it makes an impact. Eclipse

Making An Impact Where It Matters

2011-03-26T12:57:00.001+01:00

Assalam Alaikum wa rahmatullah wa barakatuhu. I know I have not been here for a while. Well, it's because I took up a teaching job last month. I turned down that banking job sometime ago and a few weeks later I got this offer. I have not really stopped to think about it until now. Allah really does work in mysterious ways. Masha Allah. Alhamdulillah. I know the pay is a lot less than what I

Celebrating the Mauludun Nabiyy

2011-02-06T02:37:00.000+01:00

The subject of celebrating the Maulud has been a subject of debate among scholars for a very long time and no consensus has been reached till today. Maulud is a term used to describe the date of birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), which falls on the 12th day of the month of Rabi'ul Auwal i.e the 3rd Month of the Islamic Calendar. In the Gregorian Calendar, the date varies according to the sighting

Why Wait For Valentines Day

2011-02-05T06:38:00.004+01:00

In trying to trace the origin of Valentines Day, I have stumbled on so many different stories, which makes it extremely difficult to figure out its real origin. But the bottom line is that it is certainly a pagan tradition. Linking with it to St. Valentine is also another debate. While some people try to link it to him (probably to make it acceptable in Christianity) others reject any connection.

Do You Pray?

2011-02-02T04:19:00.002+01:00

This may come as a shock and most people will answer with "duh! of course I do!" But do you really pray? Looking critically at how Muslims really live their lives and observe their Ibadah, you will agree with me that most things are observed merely as rituals - because they are required! Why and How to actual do things are out of the question. When you ask a person why he or she performs a

Bank Jobs and Riba

2011-01-30T05:42:00.002+01:00

My topic today is inspired by a juicy bank job offer I had to reject. I was asleep in the morning when my phone rang. So I was reluctant in picking it up but when I checked, it was a name that hardly calls or not at all. So, I just had to answer. I answered and the caller asked me to take my C.V to her office and go for an aptitude test with her bank. As a senior official, she is entitled to "

It Only Takes a Click to Make That Difference

2011-01-22T02:51:00.002+01:00

Assalam Alaikum. I know I haven't written in a while but I was a bit down. Today,I have decided to share with you something really amazing. . .well, I'm sure some are aware but I still think it can serve as reminder to us all. It is the amazing click to donate websites available online. They cost nothing except the little time you spend clicking but make a huge difference in another person's

Dhul Hijjah: The Virtues of the First Ten Days

2010-11-07T17:07:00.001+01:00

Dhul Hijjah is the last of the twelve months of the Islamic Calendar and the month in which the glorious rite of Hajj is performed by the Muslims. The first ten days of the month are considered highly virtuos and full of Rahma and as such, we are encouraged to inrease our acts of Ibadah during these blessed days. There are qur'anic verses and ahadith that make direct reference to these days,

Cursing Your Child: What To Know

2010-11-04T23:39:00.002+01:00

Each time I lie down to sleep what haunts me is my father's words - his curse on me. I have been sleepless for the past two and a half years and now he has added to my misery. He probably thought that cursing me will strenghten the relationship between us. It has worsen it entirely. I cannot stand his sight although I force myself to look at him, smile at him, and talk to him. He has made my

Parents: What To Know About Your Child

2010-10-25T20:29:00.000+01:00

I have decided to write about things I think will help parents to understand their kids better as well as help them to make better judgements concerning the child. I am not a parent yet (but hope to be soon, insha Allah) and have no idea what parents are thinking when they act the way they do. So, I'm writing to you as a daughter with lots of experience. My experience has taught me that most

My Psychological State

2010-10-20T00:24:00.000+01:00

If I die today, I know I died because of my father. I have seen how other parents act with their kids and how things happen and I wonder why my life goes the way it does. Is life truly fair? I can't but think. I'm not a kid. I'm 26 years old and yet my life is as terrible as it can ever be. Yes. I know there are people making it worse, going out of their way to make my life as miserable as they

Eid Mabruk and Siyaam Mabrour

2010-09-15T21:33:00.001+01:00

Alhamdulillah! Allah has seen us through this month of bliss, happiness, and a lot of Ibadah. May Allah (SWT) accept all our Ibadah, our devotion, and prayers. But now that the month is over, what next? Certainly not what we are into! The main aim of fasting is to achieve taqwa (piety) as stated by Allah (SWT) in His glorious Qur'an, “O you who believe! Observing As-Sawm (the fasting) is

Preparing For Ramadan

2010-07-31T21:27:00.000+01:00

In preparation for the month of Ramadan, the fasting month, also the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar, I have compiled the following to enable us enter into the month prepared and ready to receive Allah's forgiveness and all other benefits associated with this great month. May Allah (Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala) help us in our efforts to earn His pleasure.Ameen. Whatever we do in Islam, Allah urges

Hidden Message in FIFA World Cup Logo

2010-06-28T01:20:00.001+01:00

O.k I don't why we are searching and why we so much believe that there's a hidden message in the FIFA WC logo or what we intend to achieve, but whatever it is, I some people are trying to cause commotion where there is none. I have seen some reviews and they just sound plain out silly. If you have any idea what is in it, please do share with the rest of us before FIFA or South Africa make a

Fibroids!

2010-06-25T23:57:00.001+01:00

A fortnight ago, I was diagnosed with Fibroid. Yes!Fibroid. I had no idea it exists in young ladies. Well, the doc said its uncommon but it does happen. I was really scared and angry when he told me that part of the causes is if a woman does not get pregnant early in her life. I cried and I still am crying. I can't get the thought that my father has refused to marry me off even though I am ready

The Month of Rajab

2010-06-17T12:00:00.000+01:00

It has been 5 days into the month of Rajab today, one of the sacred months mentioned in the Qur'an and sunnah. well, I don't really keep track of the Islamic months except the important ones (something I am desperately trying to change. May Allah help us). So, I was alerted by someone, who told me she was fasting the month. I have heard several stories about the benefits of fasting the month of

Kaspersky Review

2010-06-15T21:48:00.001+01:00

If you are thinking of installing Kaspersky, hold on and listen to my ordeal. It will save you a lot of time and frustration. Believe me!!! My brother bought the Kaspersky Internet Security product key and gave it to me. I was really happy because I was using the free avast version. It is automatically assumed that what you spend money on is almost always better than what you get for free, right?