With the 27th night of Ramadaan completed, and as we approach the day of Eid, there’s sometimes a tendency for us to start ‘winding down’. We think that, because Ramadaan is ending, we can now relax. Of course, the learned among us would tell us that this attitude is erroneous: they remind us that it’s … More The dying moments of Ramadaan
Do you remember when you were younger? When you were at that age of wonder, where little things would capture your imagination, and you were – at times – greedy for everything you thought would bring you pleasure. Did you daydream about being in your favourite shop, alone at night – with no one around … More If you could have it all….
At this time last year, I wrote my first Ramadaan post. One week into that month, I was scared of missing out on the blessings of the month. My main goal – at that point – was to develop my self-discipline. Up till that point, it hadn’t been a very productive year in terms of … More Ramadaan reflections
Remember the One
Who is always with you,
Who loves for you to ask of Him,
Who listens to your pleas,
Who guides your heart to that which is best for you. … More Remembrance
One week to go, and time seems to have slowed down tremendously for me. While the first half of Ramadan seemed to flash by, the days and nights that followed have brought great benefit and hope. Hope that it’s never too late for things to change. Reminders that, though time marches on and … More Staying power
Once again, we’re blessed to have made it halfway through Ramadan. And while the experience has probably been different for all of us, this particular day should hold the same significance for everyone. A day like this is a milestone, as well as a stopping point. A time to think about what we’ve learnt so … More Back to the middle
One week into Ramadaan, I find myself scared. Scared that it’s going so fast. Scared that I’m nowhere near where I want to be. Scared that if I don’t step up now, it’ll be over before I know it. I entered the month with so much hope, so many plans and so much … More Weak one
Another year, another time to reflect: on time gone by; on resolutions met or failed; on progress in life’s realms – the spiritual, emotional, physical, mental… Ramadaan is, for me, the marker to every year. The time when I gather up my hopes and ambitions – those highest of dreams for my future – … More The month of Return
Firstly, I wish every reader and their families and friends Eid Mubarak. I hope this day is filled with special moments, timeless memories, and the greatest joy. And also, in this time of celebration, remember those who are in need – who do not have, and need our help and support not only during Ramadaan … More New year’s resolution
As you no doubt know, and will probably be hearing about, the Night of Power – Laylatul Qadr – is drawing near. In fact, this Tuesday night is the 21st night of Ramadaan; the first of the odd nights in the last 10. We are taught so many times about the tremendous, unimaginable benefits of … More Prepare
slip-sliding away..... 