Exciting Times Ahead

Assalaam after what seems like ages again.Sometimes life just gets a hold on you and refuses to let go.

The past couple of months have been exciting-I completed a course I had been eager to do for many years, started my training and training kind of came to a halt when I discovered that soon I would be joining the ranks of those fierce and brave soldiers- motherhood!

Alhamdulillah! You think getting married is exciting until this stuff hits you. You really want to just scream it to the world but thanks to Indian mums and grandmothers,you have to gag it for a while (three months to be exact).Then the real fun starts- nausea.....

It's a time where everyone kind of pampers you,you can sit at the supper table long after all the dishes have been cleared and no-one glances disapprovingly at your laziness. You shouldn't bend,stretch,walk too fast and heaven forbid you try to wear those gorgeous new heels!

Your freezer get stocked 'so that you don't have to cook the weekend' (thanks mum-in-law) and pots magically appear on your stove before hubby gets home (thanks mum).

But all that really doesn't compare to the amazing feeling of knowing Allah chose you to bear and raise one of his Prophets' Ummati.It truly is an honour and sometimes you wonder if you will be able to fulfil your role adequately. But hey,all we can do is make dua and try our best!

The hardest part about it,I guess,would be telling those close to you,who have been unable to have children of their own. You want to share your good news with them but at the same time worry about how it's going to make them feel inside. But again,all we can do is make dua to Allah to bless them with children of their own if that is what's best for them and keep them happy.
A wise person once told me that while everyone may want children,not everyone is put on this Earth to have.Sometimes Allah has a better plan for those people; they are to serve Allah's Deen and bring people closer to Allah,something they may have not been able to do,if they had children..And their reward is definitely on the Day of Qiyaamah.

Allah knows best..

In the meantime,here are some lovely looking nurseries I found online. They were actually found on a post suggesting nursery ideas for the new Royal baby,but I think it's fit for a Muslim prince/princess !!


Keep me and the Ummah in your dua's

 

 

*Unfortunately can't remember which website,if anyone does know,please email me so that I may credit it

Summer Trends

Just when I think that the hot weather is here to stay,cue;endless rain and cloudy skies.Regardless,I have decided to embrace my summer with the latest trends.The following are basics,with a twist..Here are some of my MUST-have items for the scorchers ahead!

What I love about this seasons trend is that,no matter what you pull out of your cupboard (provided it aint black,grey,brown etc),it's IN.Who would have thought we'd be wearing pink pants again ;)

 Boys carry knives,we carry our massive rings!Weapons of mass destruction,yes,but adorably girlish at the same time.I am crazy for beeeg blingy rings.Who doesn't enjoy tapping on that stylish Samsung S3 or scrolling on the iPad with sparkly fingers?

 

Too delicious for words.Everywhere I go,these two colours seem to pop out at me.So when i spotted a lovely satin camisole with this combo,I knew I had to have it.Combine these two hue's in any way,and you sure to make a statement.

 

 

Pretty scarves,wrapped around your head as a turban,draped on as a hijaab or simply as an accessory,loose around the neck,scarves are stylish and add a special touch to any outfit.

 

 

 

I read somewhere that Wearing sunglasses is like facebook in real life. you can stare at people without them knowing.

Ha!Although I wouldn't approve of stalking,I am attached to my sunglasses.This summer,along with our bright colour-blocking,let's try something quirky with our shades!

Heart or other shape sunnies are adorable,however,it doesn't always suit every face shape.If you love them anyway,just perch them ontop of your hijaab.

Or if you don't want them to be just decorations,buy a timeless shape,with a colour frame.Too pretty not to.
What are your favourites for this summer?

Pink Hijaab Day

On the 24th of October,females around the world will don a Pink Hijaab in celebration of this month.Humairah Jassat is the lovely and vibrant girl behind the South African version of this and she,together with a friend,fellow blogger,Rowena Saloojee of Secrets&Stilettos have come up with a wonderful campaign for this year..

Here's your chance to contribute in the prettiest and most stylish way possible!

Check out Secrets and Stilettos for the full story!

<3 <3

Pretty Pink Skies

 

October marks a very special time to many of us; Breast Cancer Awareness  Month.A time to celebrate those brave women (and men) who fought valiantly,those who are still fighting and those who lost their lives to it.

 

I was thrilled yesterday just before sunset to see the skies honouring these brave souls too!My fingers could not resist and there I was snapping away!

 

Subhanallah!