Is it a man's world?

So let me try to guess what happened.  You were bored, so you went out for an adventure among the grass.  I would even go so far as to say that you were parading yourself.  Then you attracted the attention of a couple of gangs who were busy fighting each other, then they started fighting over you.  After 15 minutes of terror, you finally went home and counted your blessings.  You're a brave one, aren't you?  You are beautiful and brave.  I love you.  I want you to try to keep at home and stay safe, because I love you.

I woke up at 4:30 am.  It happens.  So I fed the cats, and did some extra worship.  Then I prayed the dawn prayer, and fed the outdoor cats.  I had bought some peanuts yesterday evening, so I was portioning them out when I heard Bat Cat and the Cat Bully challenging each other.  Batty is a friend of mine, so I decided to go out and help him.  When I opened the door, Floofy darted out.  It was still dark, so I couldn't see where she went.  I heard yowling over at my parents' gate, so I went there.  Floofy was challenging the Cat Bully.  I chased him away, and went to pick her up but she ran off again back to my house.  It was dark, so I could barely see anything.  I looked for her around my house and I found her in my back yard, challenging Bat Cat.  He left when I came, and I tried to quickly grab Floofy before she took off again.  She was still hyped up, so she clawed the hell out of my hands and I had to let her go.  Ouch.  She went around the corner to my front door.  I opened the door and she went inside.  I blame myself for being stupid.  Next time I'll just let Bat Cat fight his own fights.

Natty, I want you to tell your big brother to apply to be the next James Bond.  Not only is he perfect for the part, he's still young and would have at least 7 movies ahead of him.  He needs to work on his British accent though.

Qur'an 20170427

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

117. If anyone invokes besides Allah any other god, he has no authority therefore and his reckoning will be only with his Lord.  And verily the unbelievers will fail to win through.

118.  So say, "O my Lord!  Grant You forgiveness and mercy, for You are the Best of those Who show mercy!"

The Believers 23:117-118

If you feel afraid, then pray

I hope you are settling down into a relaxation mode, and enjoying your beautiful and comfy surroundings, eating fancy foods and snacking on expensive ice cream while watching TV.  Have an easy life, because I love you.  You are a Rock and Roll Queen, Erin.  And don't you forget it.

Did something scare you, Natty?  Something on the Internet perhaps, and made you afraid to express yourself?  It's OK to be afraid.  But learn how to focus your fear.  Pious people put their fear in God.  Focus this fear on God, and no one else will scare you, whether human or not.  Please pray, and talk to God in your prayer.  There, by now whatever scared you earlier has dissipated, and you are back to having fun.  Right?  You're such a beautiful girl, Natty.  Talk to your big brother, have him tell you to challenge yourself.  Please drink lots of water.

Hello Sweetheart

How are you feeling today?  Feeling good?  Are you planning more journeys, more plans, and more visitations?  I do pray that you be cautious and take care of your health.

How's life in your private plane, Natty?  I'm glad to see that you're flying high.  Remember what I told you, don't eat just to be polite.  I don't want you to get sick or something.

Are we getting clumsy in our old age, Pina?

I took it easy today.  My feet feel unstable, and my voice sounds like gravel.  I did drive my elderly mother around in the evening, to visit her relatives.  Yesterday was a busy day, so I'm kind of worn out today.  No, I don't believe in luck.  I believe in God.

Qur'an 20170425

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

86.  Say, "Who is the Lord of the seven heavens, and the Lord of the Throne Supreme?"

87.  They will say, "Allah."  Say, "Will you not then be filled with awe?"

88.  Say, "Who is it in whose hands is the governance of all things, Who protects, but is not protected, if you know?"

89.  They will say, "To Allah."  Say, "Then how are you deluded?"

90.  We have sent them the Truth, but indeed they practice falsehood!

91.  No son did Allah beget, nor is there any god along with God.  Behold!  Each god would have taken away what he had created, and some would have lorded it over others!  Glory to Allah, from the things they attribute to God!

92.  God knows what is hidden, and what is open.  Too high is God for the partners they attribute to God!

93.  Say, "O my Lord!  If You will show me that which they are warned against,"

94.  "Then O my Lord!  Put me not among the people who do wrong!"

95.  And We are certainly able to show you that against which they are warned.

96.  Repel evil with that which is best.  We are well acquainted with the things they say.

97.  And say, "O my Lord!  I seek refuge with You from the suggestions of the evil ones."

The Believers  23:86-97
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Thank you for your love

Qur'an 20170424

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

78.  It is God who has created for you hearing, sight, feeling, and understanding.  Little thanks it is you give!

79.  And God has multiplied you through the earth, and to God shall you be gathered back.

80.  It is God Who gives life and death, and to God the alternation of night and day.  Will you not then understand?

81.  On the contrary, they say things similar to what the ancients said.

82.  They say, "What!  When we become dust and bones, could we really be raised up again?"

83.  "Such things have been promised to us and our fathers before!  They are nothing but tales of the ancients!"

84.  Say, "To whom belong the earth and all things therein?  If you know!"

85.  They will say, "To Allah!"  Say, "Yet, will you not receive admonition?"

The Believers 23:78-85
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Ya Allah, thank You for all You have given me.  Please forgive me as I will never be able to thank You adequately.