IN THE NAME OF ALLAH, the most beneficial and the most merciful. We all welcome the month of January as it marks a new beginning of the year. Many come up with new year resolutions and what not. [...]
My heart skipped a beat! I pulled the brakes; once, twice, then thrice, but my car continued to skid until it stopped in the middle of the crossroad. I shut my eyes tightly. My hands started to [...]
In spite of our best efforts there are times we feel lost. We may be amidst our loving family, in a cozy home with yummy food to relish; we could be young, healthy and rich with plenty of free [...]
‘Not In My Name!’ The world mourns … It mourns the innocent people that have been murdered; It mourns the souls who left the world bewildered! It’s hurtful to see [...]
In the name of Allah the most beneficial and the most merciful The term ummati basically means the ummah-which is us. There are so many thoughts which strike me when I think of [...]
Examinations, be it for your kids or yourself, both ways it can be a very stressful period. During examinations we encounter with a mixture of anxiety, nervousness, shock and excitement [...]
A few mornings ago, whilst walking to work, I happened to walk past a row of dumpsters that were lined up on the sidewalk. The stench was hideous. Even after wrapping one end of my hijab [...]
As the end of the year approaches, it is important to reflect on the year that has passed. Many times, we go day by day, so stuck in our own worldly problems, without realizing that what [...]
It’s understood without saying that parents are the most greatest blessing of Allah swt. And they are irreplaceable. There is nothing that can evaluate mothers love and fathers care. [...]
Following on from our twitter chat 0n 08/12/15 on blog appearance, please find below the main important points that came across in the discussion from the bloggers who took part. 1. [...]