The Muslim Housewife.

Many times we get enveloped by worldly matters and forget that we are in constant war against the Shaytaan. He will take every opportunity to lead us astray and we will not be able to blame him for anything on the day of judgment, for he will say…

And Satan will say when the matter has been concluded, “Indeed Allah has promised you the promise of truth. And I promised you, but I betrayed you. But I had no authority over you, except that I invited you, and you responded to me. So do not blame me; but blame yourselves. I cannot be called to your aid. Indeed, I deny your association of me [with Allah] before. Indeed for the wrongdoers is a painful punishment.” [14:22]

When I read this I ayah I asked myself, how much more clear can Allah SWT be? He has told us that this is what will happen on the day of judgment, we will not be able to blame Shaytan for misleading us, there will be no one to aid us on this day. Only we will be questioned and accounted for what we did and no one, absolutely no one will take blame for anything we did. We all need to remember to keep our guards up against Shaytaan!

Now, a message from the devil himself…

Many times we think when it comes to having fun we have to spend money. We may go shopping, or out to dinner to have a nice time. Most of us live affluent lives, and I think this is why we have forgotten how to enjoy and have fun the nice and simple way.

Ahmed had gone in to work today, the usual 9am-5pm. I spent the day taking my Al Huda classes online. I had the patio door open during class and Isra would go in and out and enjoy the beautiful weather. Watching her enjoy the warm wind blow against her face made me realize how enjoyable nature is!

I hurried to the kitchen after class. And whipped up some great healthy Shrimp and Poblano Pepper Quesadillas along with some fresh homemade mango salsa. I took out the picnic basket and packed it with the food I had prepared. I also threw in some oranges for a healthy dessert. And I filled up a thermos with a delicious smoothie (Vanilla soy milk, chocolate protein, and a banana).

Food was ready to go, now I had to get ready and get my little Isra ready as well. Just as we were finishing up Ahmed came home, and was surprised at us being ready. He was wondering what the plans were and I told him it was a surprise. I grabbed the basket and a blanket to sit on and told Ahmed we were headed towards the pond near our home for a dinner picnic!

I’d have to say the three of us had such a wonderful time, sitting under a tree, enjoying the food Allah has blessed us with. It was so peaceful and relaxing. As women who are primarily at home we are the ones who need to take an initiative to make creative plans to keep life fun and exciting for the family without putting a hole in the pocket. So next time you want to kick it up a notch pack up dinner and head outdoors!

The Picnic Basket

Isra (a.k.a GooglyBot) and the pretty view!

I’m usually not the type to post articles, or things from other sites onto my blog unless it’s really worthwhile. For my Al Huda Institute homework I had to watch the following video. It’s a 20 minute video about the cycle of STUFF, where it comes from and where it ends up. Take some time out to watch it and feel free to share your thoughts about it in the comments section, I’d love to hear what lessons you’ve derived from it!!!

Click on the link below to start the video.

http://www.storyofstuff.com/

Simple Lessons.

1. Planet Earth has been entrusted to us by Allah, so take care of and respect this great blessing that has been given to us.

2. Reuse & recycle

3. Remember shopping is not a cure

4. Don’t be quick in throwing things away, try to donate it, or pass it down to someone who may want it

5. T.V. is poison

6. Quality of life is not about how much “stuff” you have!