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Reflections

Mum’s a Miracle!

Marking 23 years of a wonderful life blessed by the Almighty, I decided to re-launch my blog in a new light; not only to write frequent blog entries but to also pursue learning about our wonderful religion through different channels.

I’d like to dedicate my first blog to a wonderful and important person in my life; my mother. Having recently gotten married, and moved into a new home, I now realise what a precious personality she is.

Mum, I have expressed my truest emotions to you; told you of my innermost worries and thoughts, and it has been the best feeling to have such an amazing relationship with you! Truly there is nobody like a mother in one’s life.

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24 January 2014
Reflections

Ajeeb!

In retrospect; the Flag stood as a central pivot for the wave of black that circulated around it. My eyes closed, I could hear a unanimous beat, a sense that young and old in unison urged to revive their souls by beating their chests. Or did they?

Smiles formed on their lips, – gum-chewing, socially chatting, not a care in the world – girls jumped at the chance to be a part of that wave; but all for the wrong reasons. The flag, and the flag-bearer whose bravery we have constantly been reminded of was the central icon tonight – but I ask, was your pride to stand, to circle, to be a part of a ritual, such that you forgot why you were there? Whom were you mourning?

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26 December 2013
Reflections

*Home is where the Heart is*

To my Floridian family and friends,

I’m really missing you all! (Especially during the month of Ramadhan)

The friendliness between young and old, even while fasting, greeting and meeting, asking after each other and each other’s families, sharing stories of the day, even when you don’t know someone that well, is something that is unique to Florida.

All those wonderful Iftaar get-togethers at friends’ houses. You know we’ve been out because we casually walk in at Dua time in large packs, holding Slurpies and a variety of chocolates after a short stop in 7-Eleven!

Those spur of the moment late night Daku’s when our parents keep reminding us as we are leaving mosque, to call them when we reach wherever the Daku is, when we are leaving the Daku, and to wake them up when we reach home!

Though undoubtedly fun, the endless stress of Youth Programs and trying to get young and old involved in Friday and Saturday night programs at the mosque! Memories in the youth group have been unique (because there’s no active girls youth group here!)

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16 May 2012
Reflections

Who is Hussain?

You ask me about this personality, and I respond with nothing. Utter silence….an overwhelming wave of disbelief, quickly overcome with understanding and realisation. Slowly I speak “It isn’t that I don’t know, I just do not know what to say, where to begin, how to make you understand, the impact of this single soul on humanity at large.”

Again, realisation.

Thursday 15th of November, 2012: I have been hearing fireworks for the third night in a row. Yesterday was the beginning of a new year for the Hindu’s, and today, is ours. Side by side stands a Mandir and a Mosque. Entering one are people filled with life, happiness, and dressed in their best yet. Entering the other, are flocks of Muslims, dressed in their simplest, their darkest colours, and their hearts heavy with grief. For both, it is the new year, for both it is a new start, a night of resolutions.

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15 April 2012
Poems

Sometimes I Wish…

Sometimes I wish I were among the birds,
From a view which has no spoken words
Looking down at the thousands of believers praying
Each and every one repeatedly saying:
“God is Great!” In resounding unison
Men and women sharing a vision
Clothed in white, synchronised as one
Like the ocean’s tides, and the river’s run
“Glory be to God!” I hear them loud and clear
With such intense belief, I can see their tears
The awe is in seeing them praying in line
A scene to admire, I witness His signs
Yet the impact is such, each to their own
Individuals knowing they will be answerable alone
How I see it from here, is unity’s miracle alive
But the reality is, each believer must strive
And then heads in prostration before their Only Master
“let us reach towards you, more eager and faster!”
Each utters his heartfelt desires within
The ocean’s particles separate in sin
But from above I can’t see for what each prays
Just that I beg the miracle of Unity and bond stays
Not just at surface, but truly with care
Each believing being learning to love, care, and share.
7 August 2011
Poems

Reflecting on the Move!

It’s the cool breeze on a mid summers morning that brings back a distinct memory of a similar coolness but in a very different atmosphere; the evening of Tuesday 29th June, 2011 – exactly one year ago.
A year prior to this date, was one filled with tears,
The reason for this move, still stood quite unclear
Leaving our near and dear, family and friends
It didn’t seem like a new beginning, just a series of ends.
After nine blessed years, in which we became who we are
The thought of moving was unpleasant, especially so far!
But now a year on, we remember words of strength
‘Trust in God’s wisdom, He tests at all lengths’
Not a day passes, when, of Orlando, we don’t speak
But wherever we are, a way forward we must seek
So we do while we are here, work hard and move on
And keep memories alive of times that have gone,
Your prayers and ours help each pave the way
And to ultimately remember to thank God for each day!
29 June 2011
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