Sunday, February 8, 2015

Letter to Erin 20150209

In the name of Allah, most Gracious, most Merciful.

When I was heading back home after blogging my last love letter to you, I was crawling along on my motorcycle at my usual 30 kmh when I was passed by another motorcycle, and the rider was wearing a T-shirt where it was printed on the back, "It's never all about you."  You know, I agree with that.  I kind of lost my attention temporarily, may Allah forgive me for my lapse.

I guess what that motorcycle rider was trying to say to me (whether he meant to or not), is that I need to pay more attention to Allah when I speak.  And that is my purpose, is to draw attention to Allah.  Let Allah be the center of attention.  Let them fear and worship Allah.  It's all about Allah.

What I meant the last time is that you keep popping up on my TV station, and you are the love of my life, so from that perspective, it's all about you.  But it's still all about Allah, because Allah made the situation where we can marry, Allah is the One Who made you love me, and only Allah can grant me the means to give you the best married life.  I give my heart and best to make our connection enhance your business, but it is Allah Who makes it so.  And your money remains yours: I don't want to consume it, and I don't want you to feel any resentment about having to finance our family.  That is MY responsibility, and since it is my responsibility, I cannot feel any resentment for doing so.  And Allah can kill me off at any time.  You would have to walk the world stage without me.

If you are sincerely grateful to Allah for the advantages given to you then please pray.  Actions speak louder here than words or intent.  Don't show off to people.  Lock the door, and pray in private.  Pray for our love and lives together.  I love you, and I need you.