Salam Maal Hijrah
This evening, at sunset, marks the beginning of the new Islamic year. So I am 'celebrating' new beginnings twice within the week. Instead of marking the event with countdowns and merry-making, I am taking the opportunity to reflect on the things that has happened; and most importantly, think about mortality with the passing of time.
2008...an eventful year. On a larger scale, the world has seen its fair share of upheavals, of pain and suffering, of disasters and catastrophes, of triumphs and victories.
I have had my own fair share too; with personal successes...and failures. Of good things and bad; and of very scary moments.
Sometimes, I envision my life slipping away as the sand falls through the hourglass.It is a frightening thought, but one that really helps me put a lot of things in life into focus. How do I live life to the fullest, and at the same time, live, as if I will not live tomorrow?
Hijrah...it means basically 'to move'
So today, I suppose will mean a move towards something better, something that would improve the qualities I have as a human being. A paradigm shift in mindset would also be in order...so that I can find room for me to grow as a wife, mother, child, teacher, and friend.
It's a time for quiet prayers today.
Dear God,
Thank you for all the blessings I have received in life; those I can see, and those that I take for granted.
I seek for forgiveness for my faults, my flaws, my misdeeds and my sins.
Guide me to become a better person, and help me through this journey of my life.
Help me be strong spiritually to meet the challenges I face.
Grant me the wisdom to make learned choices that will determine the steps I take.
Protect me from my own weaknessess...so that I will falter less.
Show me the way to peace and serenity.
Please also bless and watch over the important people in my life...My hubby, my kids, my parents and extended family. Help them through their journey too, with acceptance and the will to keep on improving themselves.
A special prayer too...for my friends..both old and new.
For my beautiful 'children' who over the years, have enriched my life. [and for a special child, E, who returned home today]
And finally, a prayer for the world...
May the new year bring hope and love...for all of Allah's creations.
Ameen...Ameen...Ya' Rab bal Al-amin.
Happy New Year everyone.
p/s: the creator of my old blogskin did something to it...hence I 'lost' the design...now trying some to see if any suits me.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
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