Here’s a recap on the year. Fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the reading ride:
| ~|[ AUGUST 2010 ]|~ |
August is described as a month of change, a month in which shedding takes place in preparation of new beginnings. It was in this month that I wrote my first ever blog post, giving a brief overview of the story of Pandora and her box as well as justifying my joining of the blogging world. I told you about the life lessons I learnt from my first ever driving lesson about trust and being able to give what you expect in return. My last post of the month was revolved around the quote ‘Instead of loving your enemies, treat your friends a little better,’ and we discussed the giving of gifts.
| ~|[ September 2010 ]|~ |
It was in September that I posted my reflections on the passing away of a dear friend in a document titled ‘For your Story’. A few days later it was Eid and I shared a short poem with you. Seeing my brother run out half naked from the toilet inspired my next post and you told me about your fears. Having gotten over fear of spiders and heights, I told you my thoughts about the dark side of love in which one is totally blinded and thus oblivious to the pain they are being put through. With the beginning of schools, colleges and universities I shared with you a poem a friend sent to me and we talked about the importance of time. The next and last post of the month was another spider related story but this time it was about how a spider helped me get an A* in my biology GCSE and in the process reaffirm my faith in God.
| ~|[ October 2010 ]|~ |
The month of October began with the sharing of the butterfly of happiness. Then I asked whether you thought too much and gave you a small activity which helped you decide. In the subsequent post we discussed the difficulties of saying sorry and the potential benefits of it. Having been attending the volunteer training at the hospice I shared with you some of the things I learnt about honesty, hope, communication and understanding. Continuing with the same theme the next post dealt with the positive aspects of love, not of the romantic kind but that which is derived from being human and mutual understanding.
| ~|[ November 2010 ]|~ |
‘I believe I can fly, I believe I can touch the sky,’ was the title of the initial post of the penultimate month of the year about dreaming. Next I told you my mother’s advice about tomorrow and shared a poem about the topic topic. This was followed by three short posts about Remembrance Day, Eid and a comical clip with an important message. A few days later I presented my thoughts on hate concentrating in particular on terrorism after listening to a discussion on radio [Part 2]. To end the month, I showed you a picture my friend sent to me and also a song about climbing the mountains of life.
| ~|[ December 2010 ]|~ |
Continuing my theme of hate [Part 2], I shared my thoughts on the hate preaching nature of some Islamic schools in Britain. You then told me examples of stupid things you had heard or seen in our next discussion. This was followed by the 3rd and final post on the hate series and contained a beautiful interview with a niqabi lady. Happiness seen at the bottom of a microscope was then spread among my readers. Coping with grief and birthdays were on the agenda of two great friends, one deceased and one still beautifully young. Death was also mentioned in the subsequent post and I shared an extract from an excellent book. To end the year I shared with you a few facts about myself and the happiness from an award I received.
| ~|[ January 2011 ]|~ |
Beginning the new year in traditional fashion I told you my resolutions for the year. The 6th marked one 1 year since the passing away of a dear friend and apart from a poem, I told you how my feelings had changed. On a much lighter note we then watched a good scene from a not so good film about dreamers. My little sister provided me with chocolate love and I forwarded you some. Next we stared at the heavens and took delight from the beauty of the stars. This was followed by a recollection of a mundane and somewhat eventful day at university. On the topic of university we discussed positive mental attitude in relation to complimentary medicines. I then showed you the front cover of my set of reflections that a friend made for me and you told me you’d like me to impart my medical knowledge. But before I did that I gave you a brief summary of a Khutbah (Friday Sermon) and explained why you were beautiful.
| ~|[ February 2011 ]|~ |
You started the month by telling me some of the things you believed in but were unable to prove. I then told you about the bank account we have which is topped up with more than £80,000 each night. After this I told you the importance of darkness and how it helps to see the light by showing you a picture. Soon after that we celebrated my birthday together and then I shared with you a leaflet I made on the link between Vitamins and Alzheimer’s. Continuing with the medical theme information about the cardiovascular system was shared. This was followed by an inspirational song video I found on friend’s blog and thought I’d share it with you guys. The uprisings in the Middle East then began to dominate the news. I made you laugh by sharing with you some conversations with some friends and wished you all a happy weekend.
| ~|[ March 2011 ]|~ |
You finally got to see what I looked like and this made way to even more pictures from our family trip to Brugge. Next I shared with you something from my high school folder. I put forward to you another few inspirational extracts from a book which taught the value of living. Having quickly forgotten that, I showed you how I wasted time in my lectures. We then discussed the issue of anti-Semitism in parts of the Muslim community. With continuing unrest in the world, I wrote my first poem in 3 years and we prayed together for those in need. The month ended with us discussing an interview I posted with Britain’s most feminist Muslim.
| ~|[ April 2011 ]|~ |
April was mainly a month of awards. I received the inspiration award, stylish blogger award and the seriously rad blog award. In between all that I shared with you a conversation I had with a work colleague about the pornography industry.
| ~|[ May 2011 ]|~ |
The month of May was quiet due to exams, and when they finished I shared with you some thoughts and photos I made while gardening. Next you told me what you thought of my fictional writing when I shared a piece about an unknown individual. Finally, I requested your prayers for my father going into surgery.
| ~|[ June 2011 ]|~ |
The General kicked off the month with a guest post about none other than myself.This was then followed by an exclusive interview in which you were able to learn about me. Another guest post was next, by Max, who shared the beautifully inspiring story of the emperor moth. I then told you about a primary school teacher that ate dog food. The month then ended with a discussion about choices.
| ~|[ July 2011 ]|~ |
July was a very quiet month, with my writer’s block in full swing. I shared with you my High School Motto and we discussed perseverance.
| ~|[ August 2011 ]|~ |
I shared with you a speech I gave at the mosque. This was followed with even more awards. Most recently, I posted a few photos from my local area of the rioting that took place here in London and the rest of the UK.
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[This is a scheduled post]
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Posts
19 August 2011 at 17:01
congratulations :D
19 August 2011 at 17:10
Happy one year blog anniversay!
Your blog is one of my favourites. In fact it became a favorite as soon as I stumbled across it. I wish I had found it sooner. You have a way with words mashAllah and completely engage the reader. And you talk sense (well most of the time :p)
InshAllah after ramadan will take the time to read more of your older posts.
19 August 2011 at 17:25
Beautiful post :)
So glad I started following your blog, they're always so thought out and very well written. I always learn something when reading your blog :)
The message was really sweet, and you sound completely different to what I expected! But the message was nice and that cake looks amazing!
19 August 2011 at 18:02
Naseeruddin, I just knew when I started reading that this would be a scheduled post. Pfft :( whats going on man? You can't still be without bijli :O unless you've gone to the land of Pak hmmm .. either way, where ever you are, I hope you're well and safe inshAllah!
Anyway, back on point hmmmm your blog was born in August? So THATS why its so awesome lolol ;) me .. biased?!?!
And you actually got a cake? Like a tangible, edible cake? OMG .. it looks like suchhh a good cake as well!
Sacre bleu, now I'm hungry :(
19 August 2011 at 19:41
Assalaam Alaikum Nas,
Congratulations on your one year blogiversary! I have to agree with That Girl above, in my first stumble across your blog, after having read its content, I knew you were an individual with a way with words, MashaAllah. Having said that, I always enjoy reading your entries.
Thanks for an excellent first year, and here's to (hopefully) many more ahead, iA!
Have a wonderful weekend. =)
19 August 2011 at 20:03
Yum yum yummmy, where is my share of cake... :P
Visit my blog--> Stay Blessed
19 August 2011 at 21:52
Congratulation on the one-year anniversary Nassy! (I actually dunno why people "celebrate" it haha!:P)
I for one am super SUPER super happy I started following your blog. You seriously have a way with words that makes me feel inadequate when it comes to my own writing. LOOL :P
Let us hope there shall be more blog blogiversary to come :) AND LMAO you sound SOOOOO diff then what I thought you would sound like (tbh I dunno what i thought you'd sound like!)but so british so THUMBS UP FOR THAT! Okay heading off to listen to the rest of your message!
19 August 2011 at 23:20
I loved your recording. Really made me chuckle at times, reminded me of our phone chats! Love reading your blogs, some have really made me re-evaluate aspects of life. Have really missed chatting as much as we used to, I guess we just seem to be online at different times etc, but you will always be an important part of my life, no matter the distance.
A xx
(oh, and PS - Glad to hear it's not just my birthday you forgot!! You really do have a memory like a sieve =P x)
20 August 2011 at 00:21
Mubarik hau apko. :)
20 August 2011 at 06:18
Congrats! it seems like I've been reading your blog forever. & the cake looks yum!! was it delish?
&& the recording haha sweetie so nice awwie!! 3rd timee lucky
your use of the word "WET" (rolls eyes- tauba) just say it makes me hungry/ or my mouth water lol
=D x
20 August 2011 at 06:54
I geeeeeeet you bruv.
Yeah, you sound different than I thought you'd sound like. Even though I didn't really think about what you sound like :P
I sense bits of Coventry / Leicester? I thiiink .. well you sound like you belong to my friend's family! At first I was like this is that NAME?! Than I was like phew its not him.
LOL miles, you dork :D
You don't wear make up??? Lekin kyun???
Partaaaaaay with haleem and biryani and what not!
Damn .. no corner shop near your house???
Errr .. WET?! Wtf. Perv :P why would you use that word in the first place ehhh?
LOL haha, bake together. Is that what you kids call it these days? Hahahaha. Sorry. You started it with your wet business o.o
The cake seriously looks amazing!
Erm .. sounds like YOU are the pervert.
Lol you chief! The blog is a community? Hmmm wonder where you got that profound thought from ;P jkjk your welcome to check out my amazing life anytime you want haha :D
Your 'crap' pfft. You know how well you write :P why you trying it for???
LOL, you're gangstah side is coming out, get me :P
Don't apologize, I'm just glad you are alive bhai :D
I was just worried about your general health shealth yaar :P
PS - get Disqus! They allow easy mobile commenting using their mobile app ;) lolol
Happy Weekend!!! Lots of praying to do tonight iA x
20 August 2011 at 09:37
Happy Blogiversary, Nas! May you have many many more! I love your blog and I hope tou continue reading it for years to come! I love your idea, and I really enjoyed listening to your recorded message!
I hope you stay as amazing as you are, and I hope you get your wife soon, so that you guys can bake together! Hehe!
And you just reminded me my blogiversary has come and gone, and I never realised! Haha!
Happy Blogiversary againnnnnnnnnn!!!
♥♥
20 August 2011 at 13:57
I haven't downloaded the recording yet. :( As you know, I'm still on a 5-day blog hiatus. lol.. I'd have to listen to it first before i comment about it. :)
Anyway, your blog is truly one of my favorites. You always write great posts.. I especially like your March entries, especially the one you wrote during high school. It was a great article.. with depth, with substance.
Aww.. no problem about the cake. :) You're very much welcome.
Happy anniversary to your blog, Nas! :)
20 August 2011 at 19:07
congratulations!! :) I always have great pleasure in reading your posts, though my lack of comments would suggest something else. :p keep up the good work. It teaches alot of things. mubarkan again! :D
20 August 2011 at 23:40
this is lovely!
wasnt expecting it to be this great :D
Congratulations Budd! :) x
21 August 2011 at 04:46
I missed reading your blog. But today, I'd like to say, happy anniversary! And here's to hoping you'll write more often because I really do love to read all that you have to say.
God bless you!
21 August 2011 at 13:56
Yayie for you and your blog =)
The first post I read on your blog was about spiders and bathroom.. or something like it =P
Nice recap. Keep writing wonderful things.
My new blog is an year too now but I didn't do any post =/ Laziness.
21 August 2011 at 17:14
I miss you.
22 August 2011 at 01:39
Hi Nas,
Oh my, I'm ever so sorry it's taken this long to get round to your posting. You know us dudes, busy multitasking :)
Anyway, my friend, your blog and your excellent thoughtful postings are a delight to read.
Nice recap of your first year of delighting us with your beautiful articulation. Happy one year blogging anniversary and may you continue to embrace the passion, the wonder, the magic, that is writing.
With respect and positive wishes, your way, Gary :)
23 August 2011 at 01:39
MashaaAllah! :) Happy Blogoversary. :)
23 August 2011 at 17:09
Drop by :)
by the way congratulation to you..
Happy Blogoversary :)
23 August 2011 at 18:21
CONGRATULATIONS on your first blogoversary Nas! It's truly been wonderful hasn't it? I've had the time of my life reading your posts, getting an award from you and seeing your tongue-in-cheek comments on my blog...thank you so much for making me a part of this...
Lots of love! <3
23 August 2011 at 18:41
hmmm....happy blogiversary....I joined you a month ago...and find you a very good writer and you have art to write about so many things so differently...its always a treat to read you.
Thanks for sharing...
24 August 2011 at 05:06
Hiya Nas
Happy Blog-versary!
I think the voice recording was a great idea :)
Hope you're well
:)
24 August 2011 at 13:00
I just listened to podcast half a minute ago today and I was grinning throughout. I don't know why but ti was good to really hear from you and not just read what you wrote. The volume was pretty low but leaned into the speaker and listened to all of it! :D
Hope you're doing good! :)
24 August 2011 at 20:14
Happy Blogoversary!! Here's to many more years of successful blogging!
Ramadan has been keeping us all more busy than usual. Hope you've been well :)
26 August 2011 at 02:09
Happy Blogaversary!! :D feels like you've been here for more than a year. Look forward to your future posts. Your audio clip was so funny!
27 August 2011 at 11:42
@ bavli: Thank you! :D
27 August 2011 at 11:43
@ Foz: awh thank baaaaaj for the kind words. :)
27 August 2011 at 11:44
@ That Girl: Thanks, and I know right. The cake looks really nice!
27 August 2011 at 11:52
@ lil-bee: lol, the bijli came back ages ago. It was just that I was a bit busy with a few other things. Sorry man. But thank you for the concern <3
I've never been to Coventry or Leicester, Souuuff Londoner all the way.
Congratulations! It was indeed mile :P. Aren't you a clever lady. I don't wear makeup 'cause there's none left when you're done with it. Nah, I just slop on Nivea cream and that does it for me.
Haha! 'wet' is just one of my sayings. Get used to it. And I shall not comment on your cake making. 8-). How dare you try to ruin my innocence with your filthy mind? :P
I write lots of rubbish, it's not dumpings of shit like yours, but still bad nonetheless.
Thanks man. :)
27 August 2011 at 11:52
@ Sara: Walaikum Salaam Sara! Jazakallah for your kind words. :)
27 August 2011 at 11:53
@ Asma Khan: Come round and I'll give you some :D
27 August 2011 at 11:54
@ normal.is.overrated: Thanks Dr for the lovely words! You're an amazing writer yourself, so I don't know why you're going round feeling inadequate for.
27 August 2011 at 11:56
@ A: Yes, we haven't spoken much recently. Hopefully we can do soon! Thanks :)
x
27 August 2011 at 11:58
@ AcetylCholine: Khair mumbarak Martian jee :)
27 August 2011 at 12:00
@ P x: Technically speaking you have. You were there for the first post, and all those that followed. So thank you!
Haha, that's just one of my sayings :P. Can't change it.
x
27 August 2011 at 12:01
@ reverieriver: Thank you RR! Haha, I don't know about being amazing, but I can't wait for the beevi :D. Well I can, but at the same time I can't.
♥
27 August 2011 at 12:02
@ Leah: Thank you Leah. That's fine, no worries, take your time. And thank you once again for the amazing cake :D.
27 August 2011 at 12:03
@ Noor: Khair Mubarak! That's okay, I'm glad you like it. :)
27 August 2011 at 12:03
@ Yours Truly: Thanks budddddy! Exceeded expectations huh?
x
27 August 2011 at 12:05
@ Tazeen: Thank you T! You are an amazing writer yourself. Next time (if there is such a thing) I shall try to make the sound a little louder.
:)
27 August 2011 at 12:06
@ Sidrah: Thanks! LOL I remember that :P. The one about fear and my brother running out naked from the bathroom.
27 August 2011 at 12:07
@ Sunshine Bubble: I miss you too budddy! Hopefully see you on Wednesday.
:) x
27 August 2011 at 12:17
@ klahanie: Hey Gary. That's okay no worries. Thank you for your lovely words as always.
:)
27 August 2011 at 12:18
@ Aasiyah: Jazakallah!
27 August 2011 at 12:19
@ HanaKimi: Thank you for the visit, and thank you for the kind words! :)
27 August 2011 at 12:20
@ PG: Thank YOU PG! It's been an absolute pleasure. <3
27 August 2011 at 12:21
@ Thinking: Thank you for the lovely words! :)
27 August 2011 at 12:22
@ sady: Thanks! Haha, I started regretting it about 5 minutes after posting it :P
27 August 2011 at 12:22
@ Azra: Thanks! Hope you've been well too.
27 August 2011 at 12:23
@ hijabi hippie hypo: Thank you! Haha, I don't know what possessed me to make it. xD
2 September 2011 at 15:39
A few weeks late, but happy anniversary.
Hope there will be any more :)