Back In Qatar
I just love my Iphone - I managed to capture all the special moments during my trip. Take a look at these shots i got just before and during landing into Doha.
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| BluePearl (c) |
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The holidays are finally over - its time to get back to Reality:)
Cant wait to see you Mae - I missed you!
Ps: I love clouds particularly looking down at them from up there.
Ps: I love clouds particularly looking down at them from up there.
Post Cards from South Africa - 12
I love starting my day with green tea. When I got to the kitchen this morning, my mama made my green tea for me...After sitting down to tea and a chat with mum, It was time to pack my bags ahead of my trip to Doha tonight.
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| BluePearl (c) - My pretty mug that I love so much |
Post Cards from South Africa - 11
Today is the day we go back to Johannesburg. We love the road trip between Durban and Johannesburg (v/versa), often taking time-outs and lunch breaks at the 1stop petrol stations along the 6 hour road trip.
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| BluePearl (c) - Driving back to Johannesburg |
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| BluePearl (c) - The view driving back home |
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| BluePearl (c) - Nando's for lunch:) |
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| Arriving in Johannesburg at Sunset - thats a pretty sunset too:) |
Its times to kick of the shoes, take a shower and whine down after that wonderfully long week in Durban... there's no place like home.
Ps: Today was National Heritage Day in South Africa which is also dubbed as National Braai (Barbeque) Day. Any excuse to have a braai:)
Post Cards from South Africa - 10
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| BluePearl (c) - Foundation laid in 18-02-1999 |
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| BluePearl (c) Gateway Shopping mall random pictures |
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| BluePearl (c) Gateway Shopping mall random pictures |
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| BluePearl (c) Gateway Shopping mall random pictures |
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BluePearl (c) - This is XD (4D) theater at the Gateway shopping mall (Umlangha) |
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| Heading in to watch "Cosmic Coaster" |
They also had the option of watching "Haunted Mines" but I think after the Cosmic Coaster thrill, one 4D show was quiet enough for me. Its off to lunch now at the food park (food court)
Post Cards from South Africa - 6
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| BluePearl (c) - Still in Durban - some of the wedding presents my brother received |
Post Cards from South Africa - 4
We have arrived in Umlangha, a suburb situated on the North coast of Durban - it is a popular tourist area.
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| BluePearl (c) - A view of the pool and surroundings from our Chalet in Umlangha |
Post Cards from South Africa - 3
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| BluePearl (c) - Entering Umlangha (North Coast of Durban, Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa) Our Holidaying location for the next 8 days Look at the weather :) |
Post Cards from South Africa - 2
We started our road trip this morning - we are on our way to the City of Durban which is located in the Province/State of Kwa-Zulu Natal of South Africa. There are number of fueling stations along the way that offer 1 stop facilities such as restaurants, play places, quick shops and rest rooms. This is a place called "Bergville" which is half way between Johannesburg and Durban.
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| BluePearl (c) - Entering Kwa Zulu Natal (South Africa) - lunching stop |
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I live 5 minutes outside of the famous Sandton Suburb (Johannesburg) which is home to the Sandton City & Mandela Square shopping malls. Today I am off to Sandton City to get some last minute things before our trip to Durban. This is the view from my brothers land-cruiser. That building on the inner left with the triangular roof is Sandton City. Its where I spent most of my shopping time when I lived in Johannesburg.  |
| Bluepearl (c) - View of Sandton (Johannesburg) |
Venting
As we invest more in the american piggy bank by following their ways and buying their products, never uttering a word against their religion/s, somewhere in America some person is a day away from burning copies of the Holy Quran.
What possesses a person, and at that, a person of the church, to take a personal grudge (against terrorists) out on the Quran and Islam? It can only be because of the lack of knowledge of Islam and/or the ignorance of a fearless non believer. Interesting enough not even the White house can stop this person! Strange considering countries are governed by laws and such a blasphemous act only receives the limelight of the media and nothing more.
Allah-u-akbar. As we sit this one out silently and patiently, i can't help but feel that we have been cheated. And Allah knows best.
I am really upset by this!
30th رمضان 1431
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One more fast to make the most of as Eid was declared to be on Friday 10th September in the Gulf. I am busy packing my bags ahead of my 3 week trip to South Africa, which starts tomorrow morning. I am so excited to be going home - I can hardly wait! I shall try my very best to post. hugs & love:)
Ps: If you have some time take a look at Rani's blog - she is a dear blogger from Pakistan who is passionate about her country and trying her best to assist them.
Have a great end to Ramadan, Inshallah:)
29th رمضان 1431
Have fun preparing for Eid, safe travelling to your destinations. Whether you are getting your hair done, henna painted on your hands or finishing up last minute Eid plans, put a smile on your face & celebrate beautifully with your loved ones. Don't forget to pay your Zakat & Zakat Al Fitr - the poor await their Eid gifts too:)
Have a great day
28th رمضان 1431
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I have chosen one of the episode to share with you today - if you like this, you will find the rest on YouTube. Enjoy!
Also take a look at this post, "Shahada" - Jessie's (جيسي ), one of our very own blogger sisters has reverted to Islam. Allahu-Akbar. Mashallah, May Allah grant you the strength to perservere as a muslimah and reward you abundantly for this great transition, Inshallah.
Also take a look at this post, "Shahada" - Jessie's (جيسي ), one of our very own blogger sisters has reverted to Islam. Allahu-Akbar. Mashallah, May Allah grant you the strength to perservere as a muslimah and reward you abundantly for this great transition, Inshallah.
27th رمضان 1431
إني وجهت وجهي للذي فطر السماوات والأرض حنيفا وما أنا من المشركين
Verily, I have turned my face towards Him Who has created the heavens and the earth Hanifa (Islamic Monotheism, i.e. worshipping none but Allah Alone) and I am not of Al-Mushrikun (see V.2:105)"
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An unedited message from Ranii (a kind hearted Pakistani Muslimah who is trying her best to spread the word of help on behalf of Pakistan's needy
Thanks to all muslimah to keep remember us (pakistaniis) in your dua.and send us your help.
MAY ALLAH GIVE YOU AJR FOR YOUR ACT OF KINDNESS:
Please please give even a single penny if you can, there are millions of the people here who are sitting in open air helpless..
Humanity needs you..Please help us!
Donate
donate
donate....
..every day is a delay.... share your food, money, clothing and love. The people of Pakistan are in dire need ...
ALSO TELL YOUR FRIENDS,BELOVED,FATHER,UNCLES,HUSBAND,BROTHER SONS...
to take part in this act of kindness...every day is a delay
A/C # 000 11 60 33 2
UBL-PAKISTAN
OR
WESTERN UNION
Reference: DOLLAR EAST
Contact me at:
identity786@gmail.com or 0092 3340590 3347
Thanks to all muslimah to keep remember us (pakistaniis) in your dua.and send us your help.
MAY ALLAH GIVE YOU AJR FOR YOUR ACT OF KINDNESS:
Please please give even a single penny if you can, there are millions of the people here who are sitting in open air helpless..
Humanity needs you..Please help us!
Donate
donate
donate....
..every day is a delay.... share your food, money, clothing and love. The people of Pakistan are in dire need ...
ALSO TELL YOUR FRIENDS,BELOVED,FATHER,UNCLES,HUSBAND,BROTHER SONS...
to take part in this act of kindness...every day is a delay
A/C # 000 11 60 33 2
UBL-PAKISTAN
OR
WESTERN UNION
Reference: DOLLAR EAST
Contact me at:
identity786@gmail.com or 0092 3340590 3347
26th رمضان 1431
On occasion of Lailatul Qadr - I wish you all the best.
Oh Allah You gave me a beautiful boat charged with faith, beauty and goodness.
At the start You boosted me off as I proceeded on my journey.
Today in my distance, I have tipped off the path on account of low faith yet my gages for goodness are off the marker and beauty is on parr.
As I watch others race for Your love, I want You to know that I'm trying my best to win this race but sometimes the left path is so inviting that I forgot how much I tended to it.
Oh my Lord in judging me tonight, please forgive me for being tempted by worldly offerings, set me straight on the right path again and make me of those whom You love.
I tender in the good I have done in my defense so please protect me from all that is wrong, protect me from the fires of Hell, relieve me of my distresses and make my mind and heart strong so that I may be of those who enter into paradise.
My lord take care of my loved ones, shower them with beauty, love and righteousness, make me patient and kind in all my actions, cleanse my ru7 and make my face glow from it's purity.
My lord there are so many people that are suffering, many like the people of Pakistan who don't have food or shelter- grant them respite and give me the strength to help as many of them as i can.
آمين
25th رمضان 1431
During Ramadan you will find many of the take aways will set up outside offering freshly prepared futoor starters and main.
Last night, being a Saturday, I opted for take out. I got myself barbeque chicken cubes with Mezzah (Toubellah, Hummus, Labnah, Zaitoon and Mattabal) from Habib Restaurant. It was the perfect satisfaction the saturday night eat out crave. Like most places in Doha, you dont even have to get out of your car - just hoot and someone will come take your order. Hope you are having a great weekend. PS: Its crazy at night with everyone trying to get their Eid shopping done. |
| Habib Restaurant - hoot and order service :) |
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| Habib Restaurant - Outdoor Ramadan stall |
24th رمضان 1431
It is an unexplained phenomenon how the Soul (ru7) awakens to the recitation of the Holy Quran.
Jumm'ah Mubarak
23rd رمضان 1431
I just love YouTube.
Have look at this series based on the stories of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). This is part 1 of a 9 part series. I think its great to watch with kids especially to teach them valuable islamic lessons. If you enjoy this, please watch the other episodes on YouTube.
Have a great weekend - its the last weekend of Ramadan. Make the best of it.
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