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Something shared by Uncle James

The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings, but shorter tempers; wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints; we spend more, but have less; we buy more, but enjoy it less. We have bigger houses and smaller families; more conveniences, but less time; we have more degrees, but less sense; more knowledge, but less judgment; more experts, but more problems; more medicine, but les s wellness. We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get angry too quickly, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too seldom, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom. We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. We've learned how to make a living, but not a life; we've added years to life, not life to years. We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet the new neighbor. We've conquered outer space, but not i

Reflections

Salam boys, Dunno why but am eagerly awaiting for the letter from Syariah court. Should come within these two weeks. I feel that I need to move on and start afresh ASAP. Strange but through. Seeing your mom still everyday not really what I want now. Anyways, prayed asar at Assyafaah mosque this late afternoon followed by magrhib. I like this very much- living within walking distance to a mosque! Can easily seek tranquility and calm when praying in a jemaah. A bit bummed that I let zuhur slip by in my business at work. Work life balance, gotta take care of yourself guys coz your boss sure ain't gonna do anything bout it. One more puff before heading back to sleep. One star today: proud that you, Hakim, was willing to pray Isya' with me without even me asking! Alhamdulillah!!

Planning for an early hajj

Salam boys, I'm unwell today and am on medical leave. Am at dr iqbal's clinic but he's not around till September as he's doing reservist training. Yipes! I'm looking at last Tuesday's berita harian and the good doc is on a side column in the front page-business during the fasting month! Must keep that in mind. Potential source of extra income! Anyways, got side tracked a bit as main purpose was to talk about plans for hajj. Just got home from seeing doc and taking care of business, ehem. BP too high doc said and was given 2 days MC. Sheesh. Need to rest well. Ok back to hajj situation, I'm setting aside $400 each month for that. 10 months time $4000. 20 months-$8000. 30 months-$12000. That's just for me. I want to bring my future wife, Insya'allah! So $24000 takes 60 months or 5 years to save. I'll be 40 by then and if I keep jogging and eat right and hopefully quit smoking for good, can go!!!

Of scorpions & spiders

Salam boys, I just recalled the scorpion & spider tale that uncle redha shared. I still love and care for for your mom whatever happens. Always have and always will, it's in my nature, I guess. One of the reasons why I married her was to relief her from the turmoil she was experiencing at her home, especially with your Ah Ma.

Of friends and tweets

Alhamdulillah! My sincere thanks to my friends whom have offered me a shoulder to cry on and a listening ear to get me through this test in the month of Ramadan. Thanks also to all the uplifting tweets and words of wisdom. May Allah bless you all and answer your duaas! Insya'allh,