Transition?'s Ramadhan Diary 2008

[cihad]

stay strong
i've got exams straight after Ramadaan, so i'm like freaking.
But on the positive side: more time to study and less time to eat

 

[transition?]

Blessings and peace be with you transition;

You are becoming that role model to your little brother

In the spirit of struggling through one more day.

Eric

Thank you!
you're so right. I didn't think of it that way.

Sister Transition?

stay strong
i've got exams straight after Ramadaan, so i'm like freaking.
But on the positive side: more time to study and less time to eat

aww, :thumbs_up, that is true! After prayer, the blood starts flowing and you can probably manage to get some work done.
That's the best part about Fajr. I absolutely love the idea of getting a head start. The day feels longer, and when I finish things earlier, I get time to do so many other things I want to get done but never feel that I can do.

 

[transition?]

Stay Strong. Stay Strong. HOW? I made a mistake, the same one!
May Allah (swt) Forgive me. But I am avoiding grief. Allah (swt)is the Most Merciful and Best Helper. Why delve into grief and despair!?! All I can hope for is another chance for repentance and renewal! Optimism because the Lord is the Merciful, and the Benevolent. Muslims fear not the Mercy of the Allah (swt)!
We are asked to make a statement, the Shadah, and to stand behind it. Are we liars or do we tell the truth? Words must be spoken sincerely and actions must correspond to our testimony!

Oh Allah (swt), Spare us from being Hypocrites and liars.

Jealousy is not a good thing! Being jealous of the disbelievers! What they have is nothing compared to the faith and honor of a Muslim!

Oh Allah (swt), Creator of the Universe! the Protector, Guide us on the straight path.

 

[manaal]

Ramadan is less or more okay. It's amazing how moments of faith fluctuates during the day too! I've been really worried about college applications. It's absolutely ruining my focus and attitude. I'm thinking of praying Istikarah when I get a chance. My mom won't let me go to Taraveeh during school nights, but I'm going this Friday! :-[ Really excited.

Sis, did you know that you can also pray Tarawih at home on your own? In need not be done in congregation. You can pray 8 Raka'ahs at home. If you don't don't know 8 surahs from emeory you can read off the quran, no problem.

Stay Strong. Stay Strong. HOW? I made a mistake, the same one!
May Allah (swt) Forgive me. But I am avoiding grief. Allah (swt)is the Most Merciful and Best Helper. Why delve into grief and despair!?! All I can hope for is another chance for repentance and renewal! Optimism because the Lord is the Merciful, and the Benevolent. Muslims fear not the Mercy of the Allah (swt)!
We are asked to make a statement, the Shadah, and to stand behind it. Are we liars or do we tell the truth? Words must be spoken sincerely and actions must correspond to our testimony!

Oh Allah (swt), Spare us from being Hypocrites and liars.

Jealousy is not a good thing! Being jealous of the disbelievers! What they have is nothing compared to the faith and honor of a Muslim!

Oh Allah (swt), Creator of the Universe! the Protector, Guide us on the straight path.

Sometimes, people make mistakes sis. We make resolutions and we break them, but the good thing is, if we realise it, we can ask Allah for forgiveness. And by asking Allah for forgiveness you are also making a promise not to do it again!

One way to hold on to your eemaan, is to remember that Allah is always watching you and knows what you do. But sometimes, we need some, shall i say 'down to earth' help. Tell a friend or a memeber of your families about yor intentions and ask them help you hold on to them by reminding you when you breal them. Insha Allah, you will find it easier.

 

[transition?]

Note to self: Don't procrastinate.

 

[A21Mujahid Toor]

Mostly People go to mosque in Ramadan. They should think about the other month. They should offered pray and fasting up. Ramadan is just for our practice. After Ramadan we do that regularly. Am I right?

 

[transition?]

Mostly People go to mosque in Ramadan. They should think about the other month. They should offered pray and fasting up. Ramadan is just for our practice. After Ramadan we do that regularly. Am I right?

I'm not sure if I get exactly what you mean. :X

Well, women are not required to pray Fard at the mosque, unlike men, who are required to pray 5 times at the mosque. Yes, Muslims have to pray 5 times a day all year. Missing salat is considered one of things that makes you a disbeliever.
Ramadhan is not for practice because the same conditions apply throughout all the months of the year. Men are required to go mosque to pray. More people go to the mosque during Ramadhan because unfortunately, people just take this month and this month only to practice Islam, which is not proper at all.

 

[transition?]

Sis, did you know that you can also pray Tarawih at home on your own? In need not be done in congregation. You can pray 8 Raka'ahs at home. If you don't don't know 8 surahs from emeory you can read off the quran, no problem.



Sometimes, people make mistakes sis. We make resolutions and we break them, but the good thing is, if we realise it, we can ask Allah for forgiveness. And by asking Allah for forgiveness you are also making a promise not to do it again!

One way to hold on to your eemaan, is to remember that Allah is always watching you and knows what you do. But sometimes, we need some, shall i say 'down to earth' help. Tell a friend or a memeber of your families about yor intentions and ask them help you hold on to them by reminding you when you breal them. Insha Allah, you will find it easier.

Thank you !

Yeah, I definitely enjoy praying Taraveeh at home. I can get to sleep quicker too in time to wake up for fajr.

JazakAllah Khair for your help!


transition.

 

[transition?]

2 weeks and 3 day until Eid ul Fitr. OMG.

Sorry haven't been able to update this. Been busy with Ramadan and school! I've been the prioritizing monster lol. Recently I started using a journal and an electronic organizer. Life has been busy, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Utilizing time is important.

 

[transition?]

I recently had an epiphany. I was thinking about the Islamic bookstores around my town and the closest one it about 30 miles out! My original plan was to start a spa or coffee shop. But think about it, what relaxes the soul than Islam? :thumbs_up InshaAllah, I'm not sure if I'll stay close to my city as of next year. But opening an Islamic bookstore might be a good idea if I do.

 

[transition?]

This Ramadhan is turning out to be a disaster. I keep on making the same mistakes. Today I didn't even wake up on time. Life is slowly going back to the way it used to be. :laugh: I'm caught up with so many things. I can't focus on the biggest priority. Days are so exhausting. I can remember. +o(

I want to keep my optimism and hope. But how long can a person do this? Is this just optimism or naivete ? to keep on hoping. Maybe I need a wake up pill. Am I doing everything I can? No.
I know I'm getting lost. but I can't focus. I don't even know what do next.

Perhaps this is my test. I was given a life in which everything was about the future, but my worldly future, my career, wealth, family, house.. etc. But I was chosen to be a Muslim and given above that a greater priority, a future in Heaven and a present in Worship. This is it. Everything I worked for is for getting into a good college. Everything I've worked for was the wrong future. How many times can a person ask for Guidance? to realize that part of that du'a has been answered. Isn't the Qur'an availabe? Translations? books from websites, downloadable books. Here it is, Transition. Wake up. Don't let your soul die before your body dies.

I'm so worried about my future and what college I'll get into that I've forgotten about the future in the Hereafter that matters more. What is 60 years of worldly life compared to infiniti? 0. zip. nil. nada.

 

[transition?]

I've watched people grow into Muslims. Some of them started turning around their lives months after I had started. And I've seen how much they've improved and grown to follow Islam. I, on the other hand, feel like I've changed so little.
It's difficult. I'm stuck in transition. I can never find that right balance of life for the affairs of this dunya and the next. People in school aren't Muslims. They don't get it. I can't be around them without holding in my thoughts. But I can't alienate myself from them. I won't be able to survive.


Tomorrow is my birthday. It's amazing how time flies.
Robert Penn Warren characterized Depression as the "Great Sleep"

 

[Snowflake]

asalam alaikum,

Keep going sis! You've done so well so far mashaAllah! One day of waking up late isn't a disaster. It's just one of those things that remind us we are only human (imperfect at that!) and all we can do is try our best. Think back to the buzz you first felt and you will feel revived inshaAllah. Also make sure you get enough sleep and are eating properly and drinking enough water. Recite al-Quran as much as possible as there is healing in it.

I love your enthusiasm sis. Keep it up inshaAllah. May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen

 

[Eric H]

Gretings and peace be with you transition?;

I can never find that right balance of life for the affairs of this dunya and the next.

Gently, gently, life is a journey always one day at a time, knowing that our God holds us in the palm of his hand. Do not be to eager to find all the answers today; God willing your journey could be another 70-80 years.

In the spirit of praying for the strength to get through one more day, and your birthday too.

Eric

 

[transition?]

asalam alaikum,

Keep going sis! You've done so well so far mashaAllah! One day of waking up late isn't a disaster. It's just one of those things that remind us we are only human (imperfect at that!) and all we can do is try our best. Think back to the buzz you first felt and you will feel revived inshaAllah. Also make sure you get enough sleep and are eating properly and drinking enough water. Recite al-Quran as much as possible as there is healing in it.

I love your enthusiasm sis. Keep it up inshaAllah. May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen

JazakAllah sister!
good advice. :-[ Oh I wish it was just missing one morning. Sister, that's just an indication of problems with procrastination.

Gretings and peace be with you transition?;

Gently, gently, life is a journey always one day at a time, knowing that our God holds us in the palm of his hand. Do not be to eager to find all the answers today; God willing your journey could be another 70-80 years.

In the spirit of praying for the strength to get through one more day, and your birthday too.

Eric

JazakAllah!
so true, but Brother, I'm just worried because death can happen anytime. Sometimes we have to balance patience and activity. I'm starting to realize how much of life is about balance.

 

[manaal]

sis, what have u been upto lately?

 

[transition?]

sis, what have u been upto lately?

Sister, I wish I could tell you a success story or some recent miracle. But being a Muslim is a constant process of self development. I've made mistakes this whole time, but I'm slowly learning to correct myself. and if I've shown any improvement, it's the ability to see bits of the truth in more things. I understand Ramadan is ending, but Muslims are muslims are year long!

how are you? Excited for Eid?