Faithful readers will know of a rather unusual habit, first adopted formally in 2017. I paint my face, (or, cause to have my face painted) in the colors and approximate shape resembling the flags of…
Again, walking ‘home’ from the Medina Prophet’s Mosque an unbidden phrase came to mind:I Never Promised You a Rose Garden. Went to the Internet to find: A song: Its chorus goes: “I beg your pardon,…
At this exact moment I live an incredibly blessed life; I am immensely grateful. Grateful beyond measure. My gratitude is enhanced, made viable by the hardships, the woe, the betrayals, the abuse suffered in the…
This is a quote from my November 17, 2023 blog: I must keep my commitments. Last week I promised to speak of my ‘make shift’ Friday prayer. The Believer begins prayer, then listens to a…
Again a phrase came unbidden to my mind. Again it is ABSOLUTELY perfect for these times, and for my life. In many ways the climax to it all came on November 20, 2023. Something that…
That was the phrase that came to mind today. It is entirely and utterly auspicious as you shall see. First let us define a word and then the idiomatic expression. Auspicious is conducive to success;…
I am not feeling well. Had breakfast but repaired to my room to rest, and allow my immune system to chase away whatever is ailing me. The Oberlio has been crowded with groups of many…
I was in my room preparing to emerge, fully clothed and covered, for breakfast. As is my wont I was listening to my Apple Classical Chill. An evocative piece began, I recognized it but could…
I know that the Straight Path is an extremely important in the Islamic Faith. I am not stupid; daily, several times daily I say Guide Me on the Straight Path. The path of those you…
Of course I laugh as I write this title but did decide that this would be the hot topic of the day. I need a refugee camp as Canada, is my home country. I am…