tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31037660902872490862024-03-14T17:37:30.798+08:00Beautiful FaithWelcome to Beautiful Faith. Life is full of surprises. It's at times of reflection that you become closer to Allah and be thankful for the many beatings that make you more faithful. This is my journey and you are most welcome to read. Jazakallah khair.Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.comBlogger214125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-86912328006754064472014-11-03T16:08:00.000+08:002014-11-03T16:10:27.707+08:00November27 more days :)Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-2809126584135586882014-09-20T08:50:00.001+08:002014-09-20T08:54:38.832+08:00Beautiful MorningAssalammualaikum :)<br />
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Now that I have finally settled into mommyhood I can say that I am enjoying it to a point where nothing else really matters anymore. I mean, sure i have stillcarvings to take care of but with little Aizil Adam being here I really don't mind not keeping up with procurement. Of course I have carts full of things that need to be acquired. Heck, I have a few items in stock with me that need to be sold but sometimes it is either I don't have time to take care of them because apart from nursing my boy I am also doing house chores because we don't have a helper at home or I put them off by thinking I'll get back to them later but never do.<br />
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Life as a mom. It's simply wonderful. About a year ago this time I would already be strickenly panicked if I don't get my business in line with its BP that has been spread out for the quarter (I know, what a nerd, right?) but now, oh boy, I would rather spend my maternity leave doing maternity things. Before giving birth I have already planned to get back into sewing and I was adamant that I would do it while the baby sleeps. Right now, though, it is imperative that I sleep while the baby sleeps also. It is very important for my soul.<br />
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As a first-time mother, I had the baby blues during the first 6 weeks after Aizil Adam came - to the point of depression I suppose - he just wouldn't stop nursing! And I thought that I didn't have enough supply and I was feeling pressured as nobody that I talked to and asked questions knew what was going on. But after meeting with the right people and talking to them I then knew that those were cluster feedings and that little Aizil was going through a growth spurt. Phew a huge hunk of relief for me that was. I aim to keep breastfeeding him and I hope that Allah will give Aizil and I the blessing of rezeki to do so, inshaa Allah.<br />
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Anyway, Aizil is turning 2 months in 6 days! He is such a lovely boy. Very pensive! Got me into thinking if it was because I was engineering a contract and a few paperworks for LLRC the whole time I was pregnant? Well if it was I do hope that he will grow up a smart and active boy!<br />
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My husband's been a great help too. He's actually the one supporting me fully that I carry on with BFing when I wanted to start giving Aizil formula during my depressed days. Having mom friends in his work place helps too and I am so thankful for that. I find that it is much better to get acquainted with modern moms rather than seek help from older ones as times have since changed and more information can be rummaged from the internet helping us all to relate to our own experiences. I have since been pretty much on track with my son's schedule. When to shower, when to have breakfast, when to pump - all these are in line with his "mommy demands." Sure there are a few times that the schedules don't really align but that's the challenge!<br />
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Motherhood, I love it!<br />
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And people say that when you get married you will see that there's going to be a HUGE change in something as marriages bring you a whole load of rezeki. They also say that when you have kids the same thing will happen and you will be given a new load of rezeki. Aizil has brought with him so many blessings but I'll save that for later ;)<br />
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Alas! Baby Aizil has arrived!<br />
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Date of Birth: 26 July 2014<br />
Time of Birth: 11.21pm<br />
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Alhamdulillah, what a beautiful gift, this son of ours. I simply can't get enough of him! Am I going to be one of those parents who are simply obsessed and be all snaps and chats about their baby on Instagram? Yes, yes, quite frankly I do think so. I just want to show him off coz I am just so terribly happy to have him! Oh, Allah, thank you so much for this precious gift!<br />
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Well my birth story isn't similar to most of my mommy friends. Long story short - 2 days and 16 hours of labour isn't going to cut it as the best of experiences. I ended up having to go under the knife for a c-section. Can't say I wasn't scared coz boy oh boy was I shaking! But when the nurse said, "Sikit lagi ni" and when I heard that first cry I thought, "That's my son!"<br />
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The first skin to skin we had was beautiful. Too beautiful to express. And he smelt soooo nice.<br />
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I am enjoying every bit of this. Aizil is 11 days old now but he already looks as if he's a month old or something. Always attentive and observant of his surroundings. He doesn't cry so much except during his showers, nappy changes and when he wants to feed but other than that he is just divine!Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-62739942930821510532014-06-16T10:50:00.004+08:002014-06-16T10:50:55.446+08:00Empty VoidsSalam all!<br />
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I have left for too long, haven't I? Well a lot has happened in my life as late and since the last post I suppose and now I am ready to set my virtual foot prints again!<br />
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I got wed in March last year and I am 35 weeks pregnant now. Yikes! 5 more weeks and counting. I pray that everything will go smoothly, insha Allah. I am keeping my mind positive and my body ready. Do what Jim Carrey does - keep a vision of what you want to happen in your head and it will happen. Giving it a try. A lot of people are saying things like, "Once your contraction starts there's no way you're going to remember what you learnt in antenatal class or what you were taught to do by other moms!" but I digress! I will make this happen and it will be with Allah's help that things go well. After all, that's what prayers are for innit? <br />
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I just can't wait to see baby and hold him in my arms. Smell him, kiss him, cuddle with him. OOoooh I can already imagine all the great moments we are going to share together. Precious little thing of mine. You will be that one beacon that's going to give me my mojo back coz frankly, I have quite lost it!<br />
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Looking back where I started, I can't say thank you enough for the blessing that I have been given. I don't think there's much to say except that hard work really does pay off. I had people doubting me, questioning me and hating on me. I got this position when I was 25 years old. Too young, they say. But I'm 27 now, I've grown wiser, met with a lot of people. </div>
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Some say how courageous I am to have taken this position. How overwhelming the stress must be. I struggle to get up everyday, I struggle to keep my temperament to myself and just ask for the strength to keep going. To tell you the truth, I get scared whenever I make a decision. I'm always scared if my decision will be the wrong one and I might get me kicked off and without a job at the end of the day. But life without risks is not worth enjoying.</div>
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This year, my life is going to change yet again. Bismillah :)</div>
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Dear diary, what a year it's been. So many trials and tribulations, some are quite harsh, some mind-boggling but all in all, everything that has happened this year has lifted me up to another level be it spiritually, mentally or physically. </div>
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But anyway, STILLCARVINGS has yet again moved forward and we are constantly trying to look for that area where we can improve ourselves. I have made friends with a lot of other jewelry sellers and learning from them. I like it when we are able to provide a variety of choices to our customers. Nothing crinkles my forehead more than seeing those who are only doing it for the extra pocket money. Sure, that's fine too, but wouldn't the market grow bigger if we are able to see what has not been done and do it? </div>
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"Be the change you want to see in this world," and I think that applies to the business world too. This year I met with a lot of business people who told me to exploit the market every time I see the chance to. And I agree with them. </div>
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<b>They are foreigners and this is how they think:</b> look at the market, when there's a chance for them to exploit any opening they will pursue that chance. This is usually done by being the unique provider of someting that has not been done by others.</div>
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<b>How Bruneian businesses think:</b> look at the market, "Hey, this seller sells this thing and has a lot of customers. I must follow!" and they sell the same things. Sometimes much cheaper than the person who started first, making it look as if no effort was put in it at all. </div>
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Such a harsh reality. But this is how businesses run in Brunei. I would like to see more people sell and make more things so then we can all be lucrative. Be that unique niche. And make friends with other sellers, not to exploit them or have ulterior motives, but so that we can all work hand in hand to create a healthy competition with one another. That would be sweet. </div>
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MOOD BEADS! I have loved mood rings and mood charms since forever. So lucky to be able to sell the Tribal Mood Beads and they sell like hot cakes! Oh, I love my customers <3 And I especially like it when I get tagged on the pictures of them wearing my things on their arms. I feel so cherished and honoured.<br />
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So what else is there to expect for the rest of 2012?<br />
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More Dreamcatchers. In different styles.<br />
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AND THEN I'll be on a long hiatus.<br />
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Got some announcement to make. We have new bracelets on our stands! They are pretty sweet if you ask me, I've snagged a few for my own wrists. I particularly like the Dystopia Bracelet. It is a mix of traditional elegance with grunge - hence the name. I've made it with elastics and can fit up to 7" wrists. Gems mix may vary so if you are interested you may want to email me so I can send you individual pictures. So sorry, November's kind of a busy month for me but I'm slowly making new Dreamcatcher Bracelets that will be out in December so stay put!</div>
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Rainbow Hemp strings weaved in a macrame pattern, with rhinestones and pewter charms. </div>
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WISDOM, FAITH, HOPE and STRENGTH are amongst the charms that are attached to these bracelets. Others are of birds. You may email me at shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com to order and also to have a closer look at the bird charms. These are perfect as presents. </div>
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Dystopia Bracelet made with howlite skulls and mixed gems. This version is limited in quantity and uses imported pewter beads. Email me if you need to know more or would like to get some.</div>
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Another version of the Dystopia Bracelet. This one uses plastic gold beads, howlite skulls and mixed gems. Email me if you need to know more or would like to get some.</div>
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So there you go, new bracelets by <i>stillcarvings. </i>Hope to hear from you all very soon! xx</div>
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P/S Sorry, didn't mean to sound in a rush but I am just that busy hehe. Trying to steal desk time to do this. </div>
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P/P/S 10% from the sale of these bracelets will go to Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al Hajah Maryam, Brunei. Shop for a good cause ;)</div>
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Whether I like it or not I am simply always ALWAYS prone to getting sick or experiencing pains on my body parts. Today is my third day at the office after being away from my work desk for 5 days (weekend included). FEVER SEASON! Coz all the local fruits are out (as the superstition goes, idk) BUT oh boy, am I glad that I get to be at home all those days ago.<br />
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I am prepping for another charity sale and this time it involves the things that I hold dearly close to my heart: ART and CATS. Kitty cats! Meowers!<br />
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So anyhow, I think I speak for all makers slash sellers out there who struggle to get things done (and to get things done right) for our customers. I know a number of dedicated makers (referring to bracelets, cakes, clothes, bags, crochets, etc.) out there who shed their blood to get orders done. It is never easy especially when, like me, we have to wake up and stop thinking about our passions to get to the office and get another thing over and done with before we can run quickly home and start over again. </div>
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Having to go through this can sometimes become very demotivating. I can't count how many times I've told myself I'm gonna quit making all these lovely things out of fatigue. But the end result is always uplifting, especially when people appreciate what you do. Not everyone value things made by hand as they would associate it with dodgy and low-class but hey, in this modern world, DIY-ed things have upped their ante and more and more people want to get their hands on these things.</div>
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So whenever I get tired of looking at strings or when I become frustrated after having broken my sewing machine (as have happened last two weeks), I try to do things that can help me keep myself going again. Besides watching FRIENDS (harhar), trying to catch a tempo, driving and talking to people, I like getting myself acquainted to those who inspire me. I do this mostly by reading. Sometimes random blogs or indie magazines (like the above on my ipad) but mostly of people who had to start from the bottom to be on top. LOVE IT! There are just so many people who can inspire you to keep going and I find that keeping a close read of their lives very inspirational. </div>
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Anyway, I am quite glad that a number of those who have inspired me in my tiny business are going to be at the charity sale! Excuse my shyness if I suddenly become talkative or uneasy or try to get away quickly but that happens when I'm surrounded by people I look up to. OOOhhh very excited to be basking in the aura of lovers of things that are made with love.</div>
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Just a little advertising though: <b>The STILLCARVINGS table will be filled with lovely things too! Everything on sale will be handmade, no cheats! So if you are a lover of good value and craft, and of cats mind you, do drop by and show us your love. You don't need to necessarily buy (although that would help cover fuel haha) but just drop by when you can for a quick picture or a hug =)</b></div>
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I think it is already safe to share with everyone that my day job as a General Manager requires me to do thousands of things in a span of 8 hours and as time complies with common sense, I don't usually have the energy though the pressure would still be on even until after I come back form work. </div> <div><br></div><div>Let's do the math;</div><div><br></div><div><b>1000 job orders x 8 hours at the office / 24 hours in a day = finishing about 300 job orders at one given hour. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Whether the math is wrong or right, the common sense is that no matter how many things I try to do at one given hour at a time, I still do not have time to finish doing everything in a day! This, and stress, then come in hand in hand with broad smiles on their non-faces. So how do I cope?</div> <div><br></div><div><b>1. My hobbies. </b>I have loads! And the rate at how many I do in a day depends on what I want to do during that day. I usually just read a book, surf on my ipad, watch TV, dance, draw and write.</div> <div><br></div><div><b>2. Get involved in my passions.</b> Of making, of creating, of watching and of listening. These would require me to sit and evaluate things. I like it when my brain works intensely. I like the high it gives me.</div> <div><br></div><div><b>3. Exercise. </b>It's a great substitute to chocolate (although chocs help too!) and the more intense my intervals are for that day, the better I feel. This includes yoga. Yoga is the best thing man has ever invented before. And the fact that it co-relates to your spirituality makes it even more meaningful whilst you're trying to cope with stress. True story. When you do yoga, blood flows to the areas that need attention and as you breathe out and rise back up, you will feel a lot LOT better. Yoga moves can be similar to when you perform your prayer.</div> <div><br></div><div><b>4. Pray. </b>As stated in #3. Read up about the scientific relation of the movements you do during prayer and when you do yoga. You can choose between the two but only one can be done while also gaining deeds and the mercy of Allah.</div> <div><br></div><div><b>5. Learning the Quran. </b>BEST stres reliever of all!!! Hands down. The good thing is during this time of technologically advanced days, we can download the Quran and its translation to our phones and tablets so you can still read even when you're menstruating. I like reading the translations and learning about the different surahs. But the thing I like best about this would be reading about the struggles of those before us. When you read the Quran you will definitely realise that the struggles you go through are the same as theirs were but mind you, during the jahiliah times people would treat you worst then how they would treat you now (especially with the abundance of knowledge and education). I always feel a lot better after learning and reading the translations. My favourite Surah at the moment is Surah Maryam. Read it and you'll get to see why :)</div> <div><br></div><div>Well there are so many things that you can do in order to cope with stress. Your mind, body and soul depends solely on how you bring yourself about. The Creator will not bring you through anything in this world if He knows you wouldn't be able to cope with it. So remember that with every hardship that you are struggling with right now, the worst it feels the stronger a person you actually are. Hope you realise that you are actually much stronger than you give yourself credit for. Push yourself to the limit of insanity if you have to. Worse comes to worst, you'll cry or throw a fit, but always remember that in the remembrance of Allah will you find ease. So connect yourself to the Lord every day. Give #3 and #4 the benefit of day and you'll get hooked!</div> Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-54651030569958778092012-10-01T10:32:00.002+08:002012-10-01T10:38:10.041+08:00I am thankful for.... // as inspired by Dee, Rina & DedekI have been reading Dee's posts on Instagram where she posts what she's thankful for for that particular day. Then last night I saw Rina's post and also my cousin's, posting the things that they are thankful for.<br />
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<b>1. My Customers</b><br />
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Just look at the array of beautiful colours they have given to my babies. I am always so happy to see customers posting and tagging me pictures of them wearing my products and creations. I am very thankful for this. I am also very thankful for having friends whom I don't mind being generous for and giving them lovely things to wear and use ;) </div>
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<b>2. Football Matches DPMM FC 3 - 2 HOME Utd. </b>Hello! What else can I say? Sitting at the drumline section really does a chapter on your adrenaline. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f4cccc;">(Funny pic of me at Rano looking like I was wearing the niqab/purdah. My cousins and I are currently laughing our asses off on Whatsapp at the sight!)</span></i></div>
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So anyhu, hope you all have something to be thankful for everyday. This is especially helpful when you're feeling stressed out either at work or at school. When you feel like you've given up hope, take a moment to sit back and think about the things that you are thankful for and bask in the happiness of that one, insyAllah you will feel a lot better. Don't wallow on your bitterness and self pity coz then you'll feel worst than when you started.</div>
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The rest is up to you :)</div>
Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-22102066013774271372012-09-25T12:21:00.003+08:002012-09-25T12:22:19.701+08:00Beads beads BEADS! // and an announcement for the Dreamcatchers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Miss Dizzy Moo would like to make a little announcement that she's been keeping on the down low for a while now - <i>stillcarvings</i> has been working on new bead bracelets! Here she is hugging them all to sleep last night wishing them the best of luck upon their release today.</div>
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I have six of these to sell. They're very cheap! $5 a pop. And with every one that is purchased by you guys, I will take $1 from the profit and add in another $1 from my own pocket. That amount will then be donated to Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al Hajah Maryam. So say ALL of them get sold, the total amount to be donated will be $12 dollars. Pretty good deal innit? THAT on top of the other 10% made from sales of other items would be an additional help for the organisation. </div>
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So please feel free to make your selection and email me at <a href="mailto:shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com">shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com</a> to let me know what you wish to get. Here's what I need to know from you guys:</div>
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<li>Go to my Etsy page <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/stillcarvings">HERE.</a> (tell me if it's not working)</li>
<li>Look at the details. Please choose carefully. You will most probably be fighting with everyone else so you wont be able to change your selection once its done. Be quick! Practice by playing cross word puzzles or Sudoku first LOL!</li>
<li>Once you know what you want you can either 1) Make the order directly on Etsy - you have to register first; or 2) Email me at <a href="mailto:shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com">shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com</a>. And please give me your details as mentioned earlier above. But I will give priority to those who make orders on Etsy, okay, so pleaaasseeee spend just 5 minutes to register. </li>
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Sobahul Khoir my lovelies! Wishing you a great week ahead. Hope your previous week was as happening as mine was. Was really in the mood to take pictures so here you go, a blog post in colours (well for the most part anyways).</div>
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Was given the opportunity to visit Jame Asr' twice last week. Alhamdulillah. Such peace. And also last Friday was my first time performing Jumuah prayer. Yeah I know I waited this long. Khutbah's are even better when you listen to it in the masjid. And I think because it was in the capital that there were many people of different races in there, I'm not only talking about people from Malaysia and Indonesia but really those from Africa and Middle East were there too. I know I sound like a totally oblivious girl but it is my first time, you know. Pure love!</div>
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Made this for a dear friend, Noor. She's performing Hajj this year so I thought why not make her something. Gifts tighten the relationship between people and it being Noor makes me want to make it really special for her. Well, she can wear it as a bracelet but really it's a tasbih/rosary for her travels. It's a <i>stillcarvings </i>first too actually. Wishing Noor a very safe journey and back. Who knows, if she brings it with her there, then soon enough I'll get to step foot to Makkah also. InsyAllah.</div>
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Lo' and behold! Made this for my sister, Nurul. Haven't actually released any Dreamcatcher Bracelets so here's to announcing their release next week, <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">25 September 2012</span></b>. WATCH THIS DATE! For the bracelets, we're using real hemp imported from Hungary. It's the real deal, people! No joke! </div>
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On the same date we will also be releasing Dreamcatchers (ones you can hang in your house, car, above your bed, etc.) and they'll be priced from BND35 above. My sister's made a few of them already and some are being resold because some buyers just can't be serious enough with their orders *sigh* So keep your eyes peeled for these ones. They're serious glamour! Actually all of them are nice. I feel like taking them all into my possession and hang them around me wherever I go but no, one cannot have too many Dreamcatchers so I'm sharing the love with the likes of you lot.</div>
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Annnnddd here's what I like to call "Tag Services." My cousin, who runs <a href="https://www.facebook.com/le.hijab.boutique" target="_blank">Le Hijab</a>, will be giving the Still Couleurs Bracelets to her lucky customers. They are made from fine cotton fabrics, with pretty floral patterns and hand sewn - each one. They're my latest obsession at the moment. I like doing favours, especially nice ones like this! Well if you're lucky you'll get to slip your hands into these fine babies.</div>
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Anyway with these Tag Services. If you ever plan to do what my cousin does, I can help you make any of my bracelets but <u>they can only be given away for free and not to be resold!</u> I'll be attaching <i>stillcarvings</i> tags on the bracelets with my blog address and Etsy shop address and pretty much that's it. All you have to do is distribute and spread the love. You can do this for birthday parties, sleep overs, luncheons, etc. But, there's a but, I can only do 30 pieces within a month coz I have other priotities to tend to yeah. So if you'd like to do more than 30 pieces then you'll have to give me more than a months time. If you're interested you may email me at <a href="mailto:shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com">shop.stillcarvings@gmail.com</a> and we go from there. Price-wise, for these ones, they are BND6 a pop.</div>
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<b>The best thing about shopping with </b><i><b>stillcarvings </b></i><b>is that with every piece of handmade jewelry sold, 10% of the total amount will be donated to Pusat Ehsan. </b></div>
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I have to thank everyone who has been really supportive so far. Nothing is better than the noble habit of wanting to help the needy. Imagine this, buying a bracelet for the sake of donating, then you give the bracelet to someone, that's already extending a good deed. And if that person gives the bracelet to someone else, the deed gets extended even further. InsyAllah, may the Almighty shower us with his blessings everyday. It is never too late to start doing something good for the sake of Allah. We never know, something this small can get us a passport to jannah. Not being over-dramatic here guys but the power of helping, especially to the needy, is the most noble thing you can do. Let us all help each other to make this into a reality yes? </div>
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Lastly, yesterday, I went to a wedding invitation at BRIDEX. It was the wedding of my friend, Nisa Ali Rahman, whom I have known since my sixth form years. Well, she and her husband have been together for as long as I can remember and they are one of the nicest couples I know. Shame that I didn't get to take pictures with the husband and wife though, but I did take a few with some of my old friends. I met with a bunch of them who were with me in UBD a few years back!!! Some I know from school and some from tuition hehe. Such a small place Brunei is, everybody knows each other. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666;"><i>BTW, girls, if you're reading this and would like to get a clearer photo let me know and I'll send you via whatsapp. Photos are uploaded in low-res purposely =)</i></span></div>
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Basically last week was great for me. Can't be more happy than to be able to meet with people who put me at ease and to be doing things that I enjoy so much (plus I got lots of sleep!) Alhamdulillah. Allah has blessed me with so much. Indeed, with every hardship there's ease. Now on to the new week and to karate chop my way to feeding my OCD till it swells with satisfaction woooahahahah!!<br />
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Toodles!Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-33399157131025114482012-09-11T10:22:00.002+08:002012-09-11T10:31:47.465+08:00This is a long oneGood Day!<br />
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I think this is going to be somewhat a silly post coming from me but alas, I need to let this out to the world else I burst into a spot of bother for everyone coming to me with their hands full of fruits (fruits of their labour, or real fruit baskets). Wouldn't that be just so annoying though? Coming to somebody with good news and then be stomped so hard with lack of support that just makes you feel so freaking useless. Like, what in the world do you want?<br />
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Woah, some serious issues with emotions today, matey!<br />
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So yesterday my sister and I went to see Katy Perry's 3D Concert in the movies yeah and we were like, "Yeayyy!! *clap*clap*" one minute and "boohooo *cry*cry*" the minute after. Mind you, this happens to us everytime we go and catch these kinds of "inspirational" screenings but who can blame us? Michael Jackson, Glee, Justin Bieber and now Katy Perry. They all talk about their journeys towards stardom and success. Now, don't get us wrong, stardom is far from what we want in life. It's the other thing that we crave to have within our grasps. SUCCESS. Yeap, everyone wants to be successful in all that they endeavor in this life but not everyone can get their dreams fulfilled. Why?<br />
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Because the way we handle our struggles differ.<br />
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In all seriousness, and not to discourage anyone or anything like that, not everyone is strong enough to handle beatings before they can finally say, "I am so sick of all this! I will brush all this stupid shizz off of my shoulders, stand tall on my two sturdy feet, and be jolly merry with what I have worked hard for! *cue evil satisfied laugh*" because a lot of us choose to go to that direction that gives you easy access to money, food, material things and I don't know what else. I'm serious yeah, not everyone can handle failure. Some choose to just lie down and let other people help them - and I have known people in my life who resort to this *tsk*. I don't understand why it's so easy for them to think that they can just live an easy life by being nobody and from being nobody suddenly becomes somebody but out of other peoples' wealth. Petty, I tell you. Nothing I hate more than seeing others suffer just to fulfill another person's greed. You can say that I'm bitter, yes. Perhaps I am but all for a good reason. Because I can't stand petty people with big egos. They should be banished or sent to a place where they get beat to work.<br />
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I have been through all kinds of failures and through all those times, whenever I feel like quitting, I play in my head what kind of life do I want to live as I get older and who is going to support me? If all else fails right I only have myself to blame because I am the only person who solely has control of my own life. It's impossible to get people to support me because they have THEIR own lives to support. Our co-existence in this world depend on how well we carry ourselves and how far we are willing to go in order to grab that chance to a good life. You do not need to be ashamed of your failures. You don't have to come crying to me either because your struggle is not mine to live. I have my own problems. I can only give you vocal support and that's about it. The rest is up to you. If you decide to wallow then so be it, you'll be that way forever.<br />
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The point is this: "Don't give up." The second point is: "Work hard!" Doesn't matter how long it takes you to get to point B from A, you shouldn't give up. I have wasted a lot of my years just so that I can be happy with the fruit of my loom and right now I don't feel the slightest bit of regret doing what I love doing because the reward is very yummy indeed! Plus, life has just begun for me. There are still loads for me to do and adjust to make things better and I aint giving up just yet.<br />
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OK I have now forgotten why I mentioned Michael Jackson, Glee, Justin Bieber and Katy Perry. But the point is when you watch their movies/music documentaries, you will see how these people work their asses off in order for them to achieve what they have always wanted. Sure, I know people are going to protest because we mustn't idolize these people, I am not idolizing but I am simply reaching out to everyone to tell you that though you may think people who are successful must have it easy for the rest of their lives, you cannot be more wrong. Because people put up with a lot of hardship and difficulties before they can really enjoy their earnings. Those who struggle the most will be the most happiest because they stand up after every fall.<br />
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And they are not those who come running to you in joy after every silly "almost" success they get either.<br />
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Check yourself first before you stride in pride, will you? And don't give up to become that person whom you have always wanted to be. I refuse to appreciate those who come to me for advice only to find out that they have done something only half-heartedly. Your destiny is yours to fulfill, not anybody else. And along the way, being nice, treating nice and talking nice about people wont hurt your ego. Don't be amongst those who are at lost. That will be the biggest downfall for yourself.<br />
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Like I always tell my staff at work, "<i>Betulkan niat sebelum mengerjakan sesuatu perkara</i>." All else will fall in place.<br />
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Have a great week ahead! Bismillah.Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-69600965906569186022012-09-05T09:07:00.001+08:002012-09-05T09:07:44.351+08:00Wednesday Chatter<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Just want to share something from Mufti Menk that really hits the spot today. Something that happens on a daily basis. Sometimes I wish people could just subscribe and read by themselves. It's so hard to be at par with somebody when the other is all, <i>"Eseh, alim eh"</i> when we try to say something to them that might bring them good. For sure that's intended to shut the person giving advice but if that was me I wouldn't feel nice snapping at someone like that. Well, to me people who cannot accept defeat (advice) from others are just plain cowards and are in denial of their state of being. Mind you, sometimes even adults would feel "offended" when we try to advice them albeit in a very soft and loving way. Too much ego maybe?<br />
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And don't get me started on those who complain to no end and then with just a bit of advice they'll start screaming at you and be like, "You don't know me. Try living my life for a second and you'll see!" but don't you remember that with the remembrance of Allah will your heart find ease? Surely you will stop complaining and accept what good people have to say in order to improve yourself to become a much calmer person? I don't get some people.<br />
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Please, I have a life that I want to live on my own time and space. I don't need any negative blob to just boink down on me expecting me to pick it up and wallow in pain with it. If I do that, what's left for me to be happy, or how can I be happy at all? Sorry, you have your own deen and iman to take care of as I mine. I only can pray for the best for you and I hope that you will be open enough to accept His hidayah. Amin.Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-71812184493452454672012-09-01T21:55:00.001+08:002012-09-01T21:55:52.203+08:00A Constance-Approved Still Hex Bracelet<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Also available at <i>stillcarvings'</i> Etsy store! </div>
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You likey? This one sells for $15. We can provide you with postal services now with an additional cost of $4. 10% of this sale will go to Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al Hajah Maryam. Lets do this for a good cause yes? You get arm candy, kids of Pusat Ehsan get funded from your being pretty. How's that for a real deal hey? I reckon that's great!<br />
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So what are you waiting for? You can either:<br />
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See you!! (or like sellers would say, "Looking forward to hearing good news from you")Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-51645872264172858902012-08-31T23:07:00.002+08:002012-09-01T19:00:34.764+08:00!!!!!!! with a correction<div style="text-align: center;">
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Sorry guys! I typed in the wrong URL to the shop. It's fixed now so whenever you want to access stillcarvings' Etsy, you may just type in www.etsy.com/shop/stillcarvings =)</div>
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Thank you!</div>
Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-39885682168914650462012-08-19T22:06:00.002+08:002012-08-19T22:24:21.495+08:00Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri // and a sneak peek.<div style="text-align: center;">
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Assalammualaikum all!</div>
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<i>stillcarvings</i> would like to wish you Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. It has been a month of abstaining from food, drinks and all things that are forbidden during the month of Ramadan. Tomorrow, 1 Syawal 1433, we are forbidden from fasting as it will be a day of celebration for us, a day of rewards for all the prayer and knowledge that we have gleaned for one month straight. Syabas to everyone who did more than the last Ramadan. Hopefully whatever we have learnt will be practiced all the time in our everyday lives.</div>
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I am just thankful that I get to experience yet another Ramadan and also Syawal. Al-fatihah to those who has passed and left us, they will always be remembered. I missed my grandmothers greatly during the fasting month but this has assured me that feeling their presence is a great blessing from Allah SWT. </div>
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Hope everyone will enjoy their Eid celebrations tomorrow! Remember to drive safe, drink lots of water and stay alert at all times! Take care of your speech, your actions and your reactions for it would be a waste of your Ramadan to revert to your old bad habits. Forgive your families and your peers. Keep on gaining good deeds eventhough Ramadan has passed.</div>
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I'm off to do finishing touches to the house. If you're reading this and you know where I live you are more than welcome to come and visit =)</div>
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Aaaannndd I hope you get the sneak peek *winks*</div>
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September!</div>
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Lo' and behold! We be selling them Dreamcatcher this September. All handmade, no cheats! Ok, maybe we don't grow those feathers on our backs but we do weave the webs ourselves - not from our behinds like spiders though, we use a special device called our fingers.<br />
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But of course the Dreamcatcher Bracelets will still be sold separately (extra announcement, this).<br />
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<i>Picture courtesy of Rina from stillcarvings' first Dreamcatcher Bracelets release. Thanks babe =*</i></div>
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As with the initial announcement. Alright, here goes, this will be the most correct time to announce this I suppose. It has been months since my fiance and I came to this conclusion. As you all know, <i>stillcarvings </i>supports charity causes 100% and we strongly believe that this talent of ours is given to not just use it to our own advantage, but also to give back to the Lords' creations. Therefore, I am so happy to announce that for every sale made from the <i>stillcarvings</i> creations, a percentage will be donated to Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al Hajah Maryam.<br />
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Why this organisation? Well after the Special Olympics Charity Bazaar that we joined last time, I felt a really special connection to them, apart from having made friends with the lovely ladies of Pusat Ehsan themselves! They were just next to our booth and they are a bunch of cheery and very supportive ones! Plus, I simply LOVED that they sew and quilt lovely lovely things (that you can buy also!) so they get my vote. There are many other reasons for this but I will talk about that in my future posts. It's all about supporting an organization that wishes for a greater good - much like <i>stillcarvings</i>.<br />
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I should thank a lot of you for giving <i>stillcarvings</i> your support. May Allah grant you abundance of rizq and a good place in jannah. What started as a hobby has now turned into something valuable and dear to me. This has been more than just a self-justification and satisfaction thing, it is more than that now and you should all pat yourselves on the back for being such good sports.<br />
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Til the next post! Ciao!!<br />
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p/s Ramadan is ending soon. Lets spend these last few days praying to Allah SWT. Hope that this will not be our last Ramadan so that we may be able to enjoy such a beautiful month once again =)Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-14534179427153796322012-08-14T11:06:00.000+08:002012-08-14T11:06:00.461+08:00A stillcarvings Journey: New York/London<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Alhamdulillah. Another milestone for <i>stillcarvings.</i></div>
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I owe this pic, and all other things that I do, to Miss Hana Tajima of <a href="http://www.stylecovered.com/" target="_blank">StyleCovered</a> and <a href="http://www.my.maysaa.com/" target="_blank">Maysaa</a>.</div>
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On her: Weave&Chain Bracelet and also the Tribal Braid Bracelet with Hex.</div>
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Hello all!
The time is near and <i>stillcarvings</i> will announce itself sometime in September. Presenting Joey, my cat, whose demeanor steals the spotlight everytime! Pretty obvious in the vid isn't it? We were doing the shoot together, but obviously he wouldn't let me work with ease!<br />
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Sad that Ramadan is ending but I'm actually quite glad that office ends at 2pm - ample time for me to concentrate on reciting and bracelet making. A lot of surprises to be announced come the time you guys. Can't wait!!<br />
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Hope you are as excited as Joey and I!Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-19446011623656952462012-07-31T12:31:00.002+08:002012-07-31T12:32:13.466+08:00STILLCARVINGS STUMP #1 Sneak Peek: The Kalahari Necklace<center>
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<b>Will officially be out in September!</b></div>Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-82484720834839663012012-07-30T08:50:00.000+08:002012-07-30T08:50:07.716+08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sneak Peeks will follow in due time (I'm guessing one will happen really soon!)</div>
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So happy to get everyone's support so far. </div>Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-66786783489769466132012-07-27T10:51:00.002+08:002012-07-27T10:53:42.875+08:00The art of good intentionsPeople need to realise that when they want things to happen their way they have to bear in their hearts the purest of intentions. It mustn't be something that may hurt somebody's trust and feelings and especially not so that the pursuer may gain the most than the other. When you do something, you need to first set up the right niat. You have to think about the repercussion of what may happen if you do things with the wrong intentions. Like you intend it to be something in front of someone but in fact in your head it is for a different intention altogether. That's just wrong.<br />
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Think about what might happen if you start doing things with the wrong intentions. I don't know what might happen but things might take a 360 degrees turn and go the wrong way. It'll be the complete opposite of how you want things to happen. Say you want to donate to a charity, but if your intention to donate is so that you may be praised by others, that is already wrong. You need to do things correctly in order for things to go your way. Correct intentions - correct niat - pure heart - Allah's blessing. In abundance. Don't you see how beautiful this is? You'll be rewarded with the best of things when you do things correctly. Sure, there will be a certain people that may say that they have been doing things with the right intentions but they have been struck by the worst of lucks of late! Well, one things for sure is that Allah will not test you with something out of your capability. If you see yourself stuck in a rut in faced with a huge predicament that hurts you all the time, first you have to think about the bad things you have done that may have angered Allah. Then, you correct the wrongs. Don't come to me crying and saying that you have not had the best of lucks with things although you have tried so many times, when I see is that you are not trying at all but just sitting there like a spoilt brat just whinging and thumping your feet on the floor.<br />
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Not only is that NOT cool. You look immature. And also, you would not look like you have submitted to the creators test upon you. It would look like you are actually angry at Him for giving you such mishap. That is not the way.<br />
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Treat people nicely. Especially your parents, your siblings, your relatives, your neighbours, your friends and everyone else around you. Treat them how you want to be treated. Don't ever boss people around when they have been nothing but nice to you for when you have set your niat on something in the first place, but then you changed it out of greed, you will be pushed to the direction where the cliff is and it will be only about time for you to jump off and just stop existing. It wouldn't matter where you've stopped existing but the worst place to do that is in the hearts of people whom you used to know and treated wrongly.<br />
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Positive relationships with people will be what will help you gain a lot of deeds in return. Do not deliberately hurt somebody just because you're angry at yourself. If you feel that you are a disappointment so be it. As long as you realise it and try to correct your ways so that you will rise up in the end and bigger the person most seek after and admired by others. When you treat people wrongly, no matter how great you feel about yourself or how slick you are, you will be the most petty and the smallest person. You must make people love you for who you are and not because of your fame and to begin with that isn't the best thing to chase after. Ever heard of the term loving somebody for the sake of Allah? Yes, that will be the best thing a person can be or do.<br />
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Material things, greed and impatience are not the things that will make you be favored by others. Your good intentions and the way you treat people are.Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3103766090287249086.post-59165489172368335562012-07-27T10:45:00.000+08:002012-07-30T11:29:15.190+08:00The art of doing things with good intentionsPeople need to realise that when they want things to happen their way they have to bear in their hearts the purest of intentions. It mustn't be something that may hurt somebody's trust and feelings and especially not so that the pursuer may gain the most than the other. When you do something, you need to first set up the right niat. You have to think about the repercussion of what may happen if you do things with the wrong intentions. Like you intend it to be something in front of someone but in fact in your head it is for a different intention altogether. That's just wrong. <div> <br></div><div>Think about what might happen if you start doing things with the wrong intentions. I don't know what might happen but things might take a 360 degrees turn and go the wrong way. It'll be the complete opposite of how you want things to happen. Say you want to donate to a charity, but if your intention to donate is so that you may be praised by others, that is already wrong. You need to do things correctly in order for things to go your way. Correct intentions - correct niat - pure heart - Allah's blessing. In abundance. Don't you see how beautiful this is? You'll be rewarded with the best of things when you do things correctly. Sure, there will be a certain people that may say that they have been doing things with the right intentions but they have been struck by the worst of lucks of late! Well, one things for sure is that Allah will not test you with something out of your capability. If you see yourself stuck in a rut in faced with a huge predicament that hurts you all the time, first you have to think about the bad things you have done that may have angered Allah. Then, you correct the wrongs. Don't come to me crying and saying that you have not had the best of lucks with things although you have tried so many times, when I see is that you are not trying at all but just sitting there like a spoilt brat just whinging and thumping your feet on the floor. </div> <div><br></div><div>Not only is that NOT cool. You look immature. And also, you would not look like you have submitted to the creators test upon you. It would look like you are actually angry at Him for giving you such mishap. That is not the way.</div> <div><br></div><div>Treat people nicely. Especially your parents, your siblings, your relatives, your neighbours, your friends and everyone else around you. Treat them how you want to be treated. Don't ever boss people around when they have been nothing but nice to you for when you have set your niat on something in the first place, but then you changed it out of greed, you will be pushed to the direction where the cliff is and it will be only about time for you to jump off and just stop existing. It wouldn't matter where you've stopped existing but the worst place to do that is in the hearts of people whom you used to know and treated wrongly. </div> <div><br></div><div>Positive relationships with people will be what will help you gain a lot of deeds in return. Do not deliberately hurt somebody just because you're angry at yourself. If you feel that you are a disappointment so be it. As long as you realise it and try to correct your ways so that you will rise up in the end and bigger the person most seek after and admired by others. When you treat people wrongly, no matter how great you feel about yourself or how slick you are, you will be the most petty and the smallest person. You must make people love you for who you are and not because of your fame and to begin with that isn't the best thing to chase after. Ever heard of the term loving somebody for the sake of Allah? Yes, that will be the best thing a person can be or do.</div> <div><br></div><div>Material things, greed and impatience are not the things that will make you be favored by others. Your good intentions and the way you treat people are.</div> Nisa Halimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04229821314361774286noreply@blogger.com0