I think that it is a bit interesting that many people confuse the action of acknowledging the birth of lovedones as ‘celebrating’ it. What makes acknowledging a day special to you an action of the disbelievers? OK, if I decide to drink and throw a party that is filled with unislamic actions and music then yes I can say that is the actions of the disbelievers. But if I kiss my husband and give him something he likes because I am happy he is alive another year and chooses to spend it with me. I can not see, nor can I believe with out seirouse and convincing evidence from the Imams of Ahlul Bayt, and the last and beloved prophet of Islam, that this is a practice that I should not be apart of.

I am not the type of person to do an act that is not allowed in Islam and claim it to be Islamic. Yet, I am also not the type to believe without evidence that an act is disliked. A person can misunderstand the words of the Prophet in a particular matter. One day he may come to a person who happends to be knowledgeable about that topic. This person may explain to the misguided brother the correct meaning of the words. By doing so he completely changes the understanding that person had on Islam. It happends, so before I change an act that does not in any way seem to be unIslamic, I would like to have the correct understanding of the words of that say so.

I mean, is the act of acknowledging a day of Birth disliked, or is it the way that one acknowledges a day of birth? The later makes more since to me. And therefore, you can not say my present to my husband is an act of the disbelievers because since when is giving presents only attributed to those who disbelieve in Allah and His religion?

Maybe this is a matter that must be further looked into.
And Allah knows best.capture

So, my husband’s birthday is coming up. I can’t wait until I see the look on his face, I just completed my gift to him and I’m so excited. He is clueless… well of course he wont be when he reads this but…. he still doesn’t know what it is. LOL

I’m sitting at home on my laptop eating the most delicious piece of food ever. Masha’Allah it’s good. I am eating a mayonnaise tomato cheese and onion sandwich on fresh backed sub bread with pickles and one line of honey mustered going across. I make this everyday, twice maybe three times during the same day. LOL, that’s ok though, I’m pregnant.

Zahra is two and a half now, though today she is acting like she is about 6 months. It’s crazy because she is taking a pacy that she never used as a baby and sticking it in her mouth. She sucks on it and pushes it out then says,, “mamma, mamma waa waa” The first couple times it was a little cute, now it’s getting old. She wants me to pick it up and put it back in her mouth… LOL she is really getting ready for her baby sister…or brother. I think she might be done now, or maybe at least until lunch is over. She wants to eat like a 2 1/2 year old apparently. grill cheese sandwich. LOL

Bismillah

So I had the best mother’s Day ever yesterday. I think it is such a wonderful day. I mean not just because I am a mother but because it is good to set aside a day just to tell your mom how wonderful she is and show her some due appreciation. I don’t understand why some Muslims say that this day is unIslamic and Father’s Day too. When Allah has told us many times the importance of our parents and treating them well. If ever you forgot to tell your mother you love her, or ever didn’t understand that all her life she worked and strived only for your sake and the sake of Allah then there is one particular day that everyone does it and that you can remember her for who she is. All her mistakes and failures, all her success and joys make up who she is… Your mother.

I mean it’s not too many things American Muslims can take part of in the culture of America. I mean, Christmas, Halloween, etc. etc. The reasons are obvious and against the teachings of Islam. Ok, but the cultural practices that have no contradition to Islam and in this case even complements the Islamic teachings of loving your mother and father. I don’t see the reason why anyone should stay away from it. I mean the Arabs have their Arab traditions and cultural practices, and Pakistanis and Indians etc. the Americans also have that right. So when I see something that is good I like to take part of it.

But that’s just me… AllahuAlum

Alhamdulillah,

I am happy to say that I am finished with school for this semester. Allahuakbar! Masha’Allah! It is a wonderful feeling. The funny part is that I’ve already registered for classes for the Fall. Insha’Allah I’ll have a better semester at that time. I only resgistered for online classes, which I think will make things easier Insha’Allah. I have recieved all but one finial grade. I am waiting for that finial grade because I want to get a nice score in that class. My Astronomy. I am thinking a ‘B’ but I don’t know. I am praying for it though. I have already recieved a ‘B’ in Philosiphy and an ‘A’ in Anthropology. My Arabic class sucked so badly but Alhamdulillah, I am going to continue studying it away from the univesity Insha’Allah, too fast and impatient for me. Needless to say I didn’t get such a good grade in that class… But I did pass it so Alhamdulillah for that.

In the fall I registered for Intro to Fiction writing, Psychology as a social science, and Human Geography. I just can’t wait….. just kidding, yes I can!!! LOL

Well, Tomorrow is the day that I have my finals Insha’Allah. I am ready to get these overwith so that I can move on with my summer. I’ve been looking up the classes offered online at IUPUI. Only a few things I need, so I’ll Insha’Allah be taking them next Semester. Might as well finish as much school before the baby comes. After He/She arrives I still want to take online classes, maybe not as many but I need to finish my Bachelors so I can move on with my life!

I want to dedicate my summer mainly on writing my book. I’m looking forward to getting back into this world of I’ve created. I’m not going to worry to much about if everyone likes it I’m just going to focus on telling my story…. Insha’Allah every one will like it after all. I’ve never finished a story beginning to end… never, so this is a first for me.

I know I know, everyone keeps getting on me because I haven’t chosen a doctor for myself. Truthfully I don’t know why I haven’t. I’m just like, extra lazy. I mean, I know I need to. I know I need to find out about the health and growth of my baby. It’s just strange I don’t know… …. …. …. …. Insha’Allah all will go well.

Love ya lots,

Assalaamu’alaikum!!!!!!!!!!!