No, it is not my intention to push the envelope when it comes to Islam.  I'm just trying to get by the best I can until Judgement Day.  I'm not creating a new following, or any new teachings.  Rather, I'm a follower, not a leader.  My leader is prophet Muhammad (peace be on him), and my "ambition" as a Muslim is to master the Qur'an, in action as well as verse.  I'm not trying to write any new religious books, or gain any sort of name/rank as a scholar.  I'm a musician.
And an old one, at that.  I still can't get to the point where I can play the drums everyday, even when I had my own set I wasn't able to do that.  Now my fingers hurt from playing the drums yesterday.  I'm not the competitive type either.  I avoid music contests like I avoid parties.  I just want to please Allah with music, and to create music that I can listen to without cringing.  It's not easy!
As for you, I want to be your mate, and to watch over you as we work.  It's fine with me if I follow you around while I do my work, but sometimes you may have to follow me around.  Then, we will place much pressure on our children if we stay in motion.  Please think about that.  I understand that all this Islam is a trial for you, but it is also a blessing.  Just do the best you can with what Allah gives you.  Peace, and blessings of Allah be upon you.  Assalamu'alaikum.
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