im not a book worm,im a book snake,a big one.i read until the wee hours of the morning,taking turns to rest each eye and i can never get enough.at the moment im binging on my James Patterson collection,as gory as they are i cant say no to books that are so well written.
i classify books that i read as either 1.fluff,yeah all you chick lit lovers know all about that.
2. the back in the day books,memoirs,wars,history books basically which i usually avoid except if they are Islamic.
3.horrific,think stephen king or goosebumps from our childhood days.lol
4.peter pan style books,fantasy and adventure
5. soppy,those drama filled books that you cant put down when you are pmsing
6.cops and robbers.action ,thrillers,suspense
7.Islamic,self explanatory and my favorite
so back to james patterson,his books are often a combo of 1-6 .maybe not so much 1,2 and 5 but those elements are included.i think his work can best be described as disturbingly brilliant,his ideas are novel,he moves at break neck speed and the books are borderline psycho.hehe,all in all they are reads that will keep u engrossed cover to cover or leave u tossing and turning come bedtime. i suggest like with all books,you make up your own mind about them.let me know what you think and what are some of your favorites.
until you read again
ma'assalam
Sunday, 13 May 2012
Friday, 4 May 2012
Buried in books
Yup it's that time again,with Every second person up to their elbows in textbooks and tutorials and on scavenger hunts for past year exam papers.whilst I'm not one of those individuals presently,I thought I'd share some tips and advice so that the studious don't attempt to gorge out their eyeballs with their hb's.
1.body basics
Yes a healthy body = a healthy mind
Eat well,sleep well ,exercise.it is that simple.go for power foods at breakfast time,oats ,eggs ,bananas,smoothies etc.think high energy but slow releasing energy foods
Keep your Meals light,snack regularly on brain food(almonds) and keep hydrated.
2.strategise
He who fails to plan plans to fail
Draw up a timetable ,set realistic daily goals and stick to them.there is a sort of comfort in discipline and structure.
3.environment
Make your study environment conducive to your study needs.choose a room that is free from distractions.a peaceful environment with all your resources at your disposal (sometimes hunting for stationery sets you back a good few minutes)
4.rewards
When you set a study goal accompany it with a reward for your efforts.give yourself a break every forty minutes or so,your mind wont switch off and will be rejuvenated with the treat you have chosen for yourself .also remind yourself of what you are studying towards,eg,your degree
5.pray
Make dua often .it eliminates anxiety,grants you release when you are under pressure and promotes a healthy frame of mind.exactly what you need for a productive session of studying
'Rabbiy anniy maghloobun fantasir' that dua has helped me on a number of occasions and it mens 'Oh my Lord ,I am overwhelmed so assist me'.And don't lose sight of the fact that these tests of the world are not what will matter at the end,try yourbestbut don't be too hard on yourself.
Until you read again
All the best inshaAllah
1.body basics
Yes a healthy body = a healthy mind
Eat well,sleep well ,exercise.it is that simple.go for power foods at breakfast time,oats ,eggs ,bananas,smoothies etc.think high energy but slow releasing energy foods
Keep your Meals light,snack regularly on brain food(almonds) and keep hydrated.
2.strategise
He who fails to plan plans to fail
Draw up a timetable ,set realistic daily goals and stick to them.there is a sort of comfort in discipline and structure.
3.environment
Make your study environment conducive to your study needs.choose a room that is free from distractions.a peaceful environment with all your resources at your disposal (sometimes hunting for stationery sets you back a good few minutes)
4.rewards
When you set a study goal accompany it with a reward for your efforts.give yourself a break every forty minutes or so,your mind wont switch off and will be rejuvenated with the treat you have chosen for yourself .also remind yourself of what you are studying towards,eg,your degree
5.pray
Make dua often .it eliminates anxiety,grants you release when you are under pressure and promotes a healthy frame of mind.exactly what you need for a productive session of studying
'Rabbiy anniy maghloobun fantasir' that dua has helped me on a number of occasions and it mens 'Oh my Lord ,I am overwhelmed so assist me'.And don't lose sight of the fact that these tests of the world are not what will matter at the end,try yourbestbut don't be too hard on yourself.
Until you read again
All the best inshaAllah
Sunday, 15 April 2012
A blind eye
We experienced a robbery about 8 months ago and i still have nightmares about that night.but how much worse must it be,when robbers invade your home and take up residence there? We would have to ask our Palestinian brothers and sisters that,who suffer daily
at the hands of the delusional state of Israel.
There's a brilliant Facebook page called 'awaaz' that highlights the plight of oppressed nations worldwide.last week I had viewed horrific images on the page ,of Palestinian babies and kids murdered by Israeli troops.i was reminded That the world often chooses to ignore injustice or aids the perpetrators.Here I must make mention of it's biggest ally,the USA who spent $698 BILLION invading other countries last year!their so called wars on terror should be renamed wars of terror,seeing as how they have butchered the very people they claim to protect. I will not be so bold as to say these two entire nations are corrupt,but those governing them certainly are.
We had learned the truth a long time ago ,this is just a reminder.so how long will we wait to assist those terrorized and brutalized in their own homes?or will we simply look the other way?
Until you read again
May Allah assist the victims and grant us all peace eternally.
Ma'assalam
at the hands of the delusional state of Israel.
There's a brilliant Facebook page called 'awaaz' that highlights the plight of oppressed nations worldwide.last week I had viewed horrific images on the page ,of Palestinian babies and kids murdered by Israeli troops.i was reminded That the world often chooses to ignore injustice or aids the perpetrators.Here I must make mention of it's biggest ally,the USA who spent $698 BILLION invading other countries last year!their so called wars on terror should be renamed wars of terror,seeing as how they have butchered the very people they claim to protect. I will not be so bold as to say these two entire nations are corrupt,but those governing them certainly are.
We had learned the truth a long time ago ,this is just a reminder.so how long will we wait to assist those terrorized and brutalized in their own homes?or will we simply look the other way?
Until you read again
May Allah assist the victims and grant us all peace eternally.
Ma'assalam
Wednesday, 11 April 2012
Baking blog addiction
The title is what it is and honestly I can't get enough of them.for the past few days I've been 'stalking' a few baking blogs .today I'm getting my fix on the 'my baking addiction' blog and boy oh boy is it delicious!
Theres Red velvet cuppies in a jar ,snickers galore,peanut butter cupcakes,Fudgy brownies ,toffee bars,and tons more of the sweet life to feast your eyes on.her blog has an accessible and attractive layout,She provides simple to follow instructions,helpful hints and the most stunning photographs to accompany each recipe.
Another blog that I Drool over is 'dessert first'.tho her blog Inludes other topics it is full of creative dessert and baking ideas.Pastrygirl lives up to her name showcasing her gorgeous experiments most of which are successful.
If you have time on your hands or you would like to tickle your sweet tooth check them out,its the stuff sweet dreams are made of.
Until you read again
Ma'assalam .
Theres Red velvet cuppies in a jar ,snickers galore,peanut butter cupcakes,Fudgy brownies ,toffee bars,and tons more of the sweet life to feast your eyes on.her blog has an accessible and attractive layout,She provides simple to follow instructions,helpful hints and the most stunning photographs to accompany each recipe.
Another blog that I Drool over is 'dessert first'.tho her blog Inludes other topics it is full of creative dessert and baking ideas.Pastrygirl lives up to her name showcasing her gorgeous experiments most of which are successful.
If you have time on your hands or you would like to tickle your sweet tooth check them out,its the stuff sweet dreams are made of.
Until you read again
Ma'assalam .
Sunday, 8 April 2012
Two and counting...
"Of His signs is this: that He created for you spouses that you might find rest in them, and He ordained between you love and mercy." (Quran, 30:21)
There are no words that sum up my two years with my best half more perfectly,and yes you read right ,TWO!! Okay you might be thinking Yeah sure,big deal,some couples last for far more but it is significant for me.it means I'm fortunate enough to have found someone so amazing who has stuck with this Pain in the foot for over 730 days.
When I think back it has been an amazing journey,and I'm hopeful it's the first leg of a long and Fruitful one.with all the challenges we face,I would not trade My marriage for anything in this world. "No relationship is perfect, ever. There are always some ways you have to bend, to compromise, to give something up in order to gain something greater...The love we have for each other is bigger than these small differences. And that's the key. It's like a big pie chart, and the love in a relationship has to be the biggest piece. Love can make up for a lot.”
― Sarah Dessen-
I've laughed and cried with the mister and that's proof enough that he is a blessing.supportive and generous and loving,a man who is fair with his time and most importantly a firm believer in Allah.Masha-Allah!
All this girl can do is pray he forever remains a good Muslim and that our union lasts even in Jannah(paradise).Aameen!
Until you read gain
Love for the pleasure of Allah
Ma'assalam
There are no words that sum up my two years with my best half more perfectly,and yes you read right ,TWO!! Okay you might be thinking Yeah sure,big deal,some couples last for far more but it is significant for me.it means I'm fortunate enough to have found someone so amazing who has stuck with this Pain in the foot for over 730 days.
When I think back it has been an amazing journey,and I'm hopeful it's the first leg of a long and Fruitful one.with all the challenges we face,I would not trade My marriage for anything in this world. "No relationship is perfect, ever. There are always some ways you have to bend, to compromise, to give something up in order to gain something greater...The love we have for each other is bigger than these small differences. And that's the key. It's like a big pie chart, and the love in a relationship has to be the biggest piece. Love can make up for a lot.”
― Sarah Dessen-
I've laughed and cried with the mister and that's proof enough that he is a blessing.supportive and generous and loving,a man who is fair with his time and most importantly a firm believer in Allah.Masha-Allah!
All this girl can do is pray he forever remains a good Muslim and that our union lasts even in Jannah(paradise).Aameen!
Until you read gain
Love for the pleasure of Allah
Ma'assalam
Tuesday, 3 April 2012
I have a lot to be grateful for
Its true.in fact I cant remember nor can I count it all and I was reminded of that fact yet again.
A colleague of my mum in law got married on friday,a happy occasion no doubt ,but she had neither mother nor father to share her special day with.i thought back to my wedding day when my mum gathered all her resources to make it perfect for me and when my father asked for my permission so he could be witness at the nikaah.so often we forget all that we have been blessed with,while obsessing about our materialistic goals.
"A person however learned and qualified in his life's work in whom gratitude is absent, is devoid of that beauty of character which makes personality Fragrant"
I tell myself to read the news often,in all the corruption,disaster and drama you will acknowledge all you have been favored with.
Also when you are Grateful be sure to express it,coz
"Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it."
Until you read again
Ma'assalam
A colleague of my mum in law got married on friday,a happy occasion no doubt ,but she had neither mother nor father to share her special day with.i thought back to my wedding day when my mum gathered all her resources to make it perfect for me and when my father asked for my permission so he could be witness at the nikaah.so often we forget all that we have been blessed with,while obsessing about our materialistic goals.
"A person however learned and qualified in his life's work in whom gratitude is absent, is devoid of that beauty of character which makes personality Fragrant"
I tell myself to read the news often,in all the corruption,disaster and drama you will acknowledge all you have been favored with.
Also when you are Grateful be sure to express it,coz
"Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it."
Until you read again
Ma'assalam
Sunday, 25 March 2012
my sugar sister
my eldest sister is a crafty genius.from flower arranging,interior decor,painting,sewing to icing decor shes tried it all and succeeded. im going to share the last of her talents mentioned above with you.
and my absolute favourite....
have a sugary sunday and remember to share the good things you love...i just did.
until you read again
ma'assalaam
and my absolute favourite....
have a sugary sunday and remember to share the good things you love...i just did.
until you read again
ma'assalaam
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