Child Sexual Abuse Awareness

Child Sexual Abuse AwarenessCHILD ABUSE is the physical, sexual, emotional mistreatment, or neglect of children. There are four major categories of child abuse: 1. Neglect 2. Physical Abuse3. Psychological/Emotional Abuse4. Child Sexual AbuseDifferent jurisdictions have developed their own definitions of what constitutes child abuse for the purposes of removing a child from his/her family and/or prosecuting a criminal charge. According to the Journal of Child Abuse and Neglect, child abuse is "any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse or exploitation,...

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Poem: Death

by Hamdi FarhaDeath... Death does not scare me,What makes me tremble with fear, and fills me with pain and anxietyIt’s what waits for me in the next life of eternity. Have I really done enough?Have I fulfilled my purpose of life? Was I a good and obedient slave?Or will my punishment start in my grave? O Possessor of Majesty and Honor! When You send the angel of death for meI pray that You grant me one last request and plea When I meet him, and fear jams in my throat over my pending death.And with each passing second it becomes harder and harder to take a breath. And the echo of his uncompromising words still resounding in my ears,While the utter...

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The Qur'an Series : Read Qur'an To Remember Allah

By Ni'mah AliThe world has never been so advanced before; at least that’s what some people claim these days. There is always something new to do, to see and to discover. There is much new technology and new ones coming out every day. Everyone is chasing money, education to advance his/her life, or working hard to buy the newest iphone, car, TV, or whatever else that's in style. People are busy, whether they are single, married, young or old. Some of us have work all day, and by the time we come out of work, we are too exhausted to do anything else other than sleep so we can repeat the same thing again tomorrow. Others are students. They have...

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Webinar - Muslim Woman, The Leader on Apr 28, 2011

Habibi Halaqas presents:FREE ONLINE WEBINARSuggested Donation: $ 5Donate here: http://bit.ly/hereisagiftforyouMuslim Woman, The LeaderWhere: OnlineWhen: Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 6:00-7:00 PM ESTWho: 3 Dynamic Muslim Women LeadersRegister online at http://bit.ly/registerforwebinarA free webinar that will leave Muslim women inspired and motivated to emerge as leaders within their spheres of life. The guest speakers were once regular Muslimahs who have over the past few years made an outstanding contribution towards the betterment of the Muslim ummah. They share their top tips and words-of-inspiration on how to become a leader...

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Choosing Your Anger Destiny

By Umm AminSubHaana wa ta 'alaa!  Have you ever had a long day washing laundry, cooking dinner, and checking your children’s homework book when you notice somebody has entered the home?  Imagine if that person enters without placing their shoes into the nearby rack, leaving muddy footprints across the freshly mopped floor!  Aaargh!  Do you choose to throw your hands in the air and yell until your face is red?  What about a passive aggressive sulking session followed by negative comments and hinting complaints?  Either option allows your emotions to boil over, and if left unchecked this could detrimentally impact...

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Time=Past+Present+Future=Loss/Gain

Time=Past+Present+Future=Loss/GainBy Rubina Siddiqi The title of the article is like a mathematical equation but that 1 line conveys the whole message. The Essence of life is time.  We can define time in many ways but what counts is how we use time, and that will be a defining factor in the outcome of our life. We often use the term  “Time flies” in our conversations, but do we really ever sit down and reflect on the true meaning of this phrase? Do we give thought to what we have gained or lost in time gone by?  As a Muslim it is our duty to fully utilize every moment given to us on this earth in the most useful and effective...

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Makeup Basics 101: The Face – Finishing Powders

by Aisling DouglasSo far we have learned how to prime theface and all about foundation. Now let’s learn how to set and finish your look! Ever noticed that after a long day at work,school or chasing after the kids your foundation that you carefully applied inthe morning is somehow gone? Well, you are not alone. Many women – regardlessof skin type – have their foundation melt off throughout the day. By simplyapplying a powder on top of your favourite foundation you can keep even drugstore brands on all day!Thereare many types of powders including compacts, mineral, and specificallyformulated finishing powders. Compacts and mineral foundation...

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The Taqwa Lifestyle, A Case Study Of a Queen

The Taqwa Lifestyle, A Case Study Of a QueenBy Umm SulaymThe eyes are pink-red,Heart’s a little blue,She’s got everything,If she only knew…Life passes her by,People zoom past too,Selfish is this dunia’s very air…With no one to turn to…A sincere duaa reaches the Heavens,The Angels hear her cry,They rush to their Rabb,Awaiting in line, the Decision of the Most High.‘That’s My slave, you see there supplicating,Bint of my beloved slaves so-and-so,With every tear and heartache,I allow her Paradise to grow.Noor shall fill those eyes that are pink-red,Over-joyous will be hearts that are blue,I am with those who hurt themselves for Me,If they only...

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Have You Paid Your Due Yet?

Have You Paid Your Due Yet?By Sister Sunshine SmilesMost of us in today’s world are extremely busy. And Metro life has become a rat race, leaving an individual devoid of their own bare self. It takes an unusual encounter with reality to knock me down and remind me that we are all humans living in this world for a bigger purpose than the one we are desperately running after.One lucid memory I have of this incident reminds me of the wise words quoted from Sahih Muslim,"Look at those who stand at a lower level than you but don't look at those who stand at a higher level than you, for this would make the favours (conferred upon you by Allah)...

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