tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84505054398497727942024-02-19T05:37:52.121-08:00Shireen MShireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.comBlogger208125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-82037419097386190162016-02-29T07:14:00.002-08:002016-02-29T07:14:40.805-08:00A strong woman...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
A strong woman works out every day, <br />Pride in her appearance she portrays, <br />But a woman of strength kneels to pray, <br />Her soul in shape, God leading the way. <br /><br />A strong woman claims she isn't afraid of anything, <br />Looking forward to challenges each day will bring, <br />Women of strength show courage in the midst of fear, <br />Declaring triumph through faith because God is near. <br /><br />Strong women won't let anyone get the best of them, <br />So skilled in defenses even if they have to pretend, <br />Yet a woman of strength gives her best to everyone, <br />And even on a cloud filled day still bright as the sun. <br /><br />A strong woman relies on the physical attributes making her tough, <br />In her search for power and money she will never have enough, <br />A woman of strength understands that it's not about material stuff, <br />Knowing that before becoming a diamond first she'll be in the rough. <br /><br />A strong woman sometimes disguises her feelings shadowed by clouds, <br />Unhinged when challenged on her policy becoming boisterous and loud, <br />A woman of strength concerns herself not with judgment from others, <br />And will not let business interfere with commitments as a wife and mother. <br /><br />A strong woman is easily impatient back and forth she will begin to pace, <br />Counting on her holier than thou attitude instead of depending on faith, <br />A woman of strength is assured trust in God will always carry her through, <br />And at the Creator's appointed time she'll receive all that is justly due. <br /><br />A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same for tomorrow, <br />Refusing to take time looking back with reverence and Godly sorrow, <br />The woman of strength realizes life's mistakes no matter how slim, <br />While thanking God for the blessings as she capitalizes on them. <br /><br />A strong woman walks head first with no doubt in her mind, <br />No matter what, she'll not make this mistake a second time, <br />But a woman of strength knows God will catch her when she falls, <br />So when a situation arises again, she's not afraid to answer the call. <br /><br />A strong woman wears the look of confidence on her face, <br />Always doing whatever it takes to finish, seeking only first place, <br />The woman of strength competes with an emotional sense of grace, <br />Understanding it's more important to run a Holy Spirit filled race. <br /><br />A strong woman has faith that for the journey she'll have enough, <br />No matter how uneven the terrain or roads being rocky and rough, <br />A woman of strength knows it's in the journey she will become strong, <br />And the love of God is forever with her, no matter how difficult or long. <br /><br />A strong woman when uninformed thinks that she is being mistreated, <br />In the end her physical attributes fail causing doubt to become seeded, <br />A woman of strength will compromise as a little give and take is needed, <br />Why? Because a lesson not learned the first time is soon to be repeated. <br /><br />Ladies start everyday on your knees with supplication & prayer, <br />Trust and believe that God will always get you from here to there, <br />And should your giant steps seem to be moving only inch by inch, <br />The journey is not as A Strong Woman but A Woman Of Strength. <br /><br />Realize his-story is not the preverbal or only meaning of the word history, <br />Read the poem titled, 'Women Preachers & Pastors In The Ministry? ' <br />This male chauvinistic attitude's deceitfully titled, 'The Same Old Song, ' <br />No wonder society thinks a woman can't compete & this is totally wrong. <br /><br />Difference between farther & further,1 is distance,1 is to understand, <br />Where Motherhood is instinctive however it has to be learned by man, <br />A woman carries a life form up to & maybe more than 9 months long, <br />Man can't stand to be with a crying for baby 2 hours and he is strong? <br /><br />It is thousands of years later, man still cries, 'first the woman was deceived, '<br />As Adam looked at God and said, 'it was that woman you gave me' oh Eve? <br />It always happens that when things go wrong we are quick to pass the blame? <br />Sin didn't manifest till Adam ate the fruit as well but he put it on Eve's name.<br /><br />Every woman is a catalyst for any little girl to become the same, <br />So the question is what will be the consequences from her name? <br />Strong relays an outward appearance yet under pressure it cracks, <br />And only through strength will she be able to withstand the attack.<br /><br />Girls beware, because the road traveled is both winding and long, <br />And for this very reason you will surely have to more than strong, <br />This should inform you that an arduous trek is measured in length, <br />The main reason it takes intestinal fortitude only found in strength.<br /><br />Now for an excellent example relaying exactly what we mean, <br />The United States Marine Corps, 'Female Engagement Team, '<br />Women in Afghanistan not in rear support yet on the front line, <br />Not so much physically strong as through strength in the mind.<br /><br />Isn't it amazing disciples from miraculous powers were big and strong, <br />Peter cut off a servant's ear but denied Christ 3 times it didn't last long, <br />Yet two Mary's and Salome the weaker sex faithfully stood by at length, <br />Face to face with adversity you will only pass through fire with strength.<br /><br />Blacks sat in the back of the bus for years although it was wrong, <br />Now imagine how many men complied who were big and Strong, <br />But, it was a female, Rosa Parks, who would not budge one inch, <br />Yet another example of what it means for women to have Strength.<br /><br />Certain things capture your eye but pursue only those that capture the heart, <br />Although an, 'Ancient Indian Proverb' yet Solomon gave the verse its start, <br />Likewise, don't seek after frivols material things that only make you Strong, <br />For Strength is the seed of eternal roots to remain even after you're gone.<br /><br />The association of motherhood is something truly unique, <br />And only through inner Strength can you reach your peak, <br />As the Strongest will tire from repetitions they must repeat, <br />Because the latter without proper rest is destined to be weak.<br /><br />Imagine how tough women have to be not just bearing and raising their child, <br />While at the same time many have to control their spouse from running wild, <br />A single or married mom with a tight knit family that's united for any length, <br />Not so much from a Strong Woman as it is through, 'A Woman Of Strength.'<br /> <br />With all the aforementioned qualifications it is a mystery, <br />Why many believe women should not preach in the ministry, <br />Birth, feed, raise, clothe and impact men with knowledge, <br />Of a multitude of wisdom they'll never receive in college.<br /><br />This poetic tribute is a, 'Shout-Out' to any woman everywhere, <br />Seemingly impossible circumstances faced head on the scare, <br />By the armor of faith fear of the unknown shall not make a dent, <br />They are withstanding not by outward Strong but inner Strength.<br /><br />w/Dee Cheeks
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-27602237480244672202016-01-31T11:07:00.001-08:002016-01-31T11:07:27.090-08:00Celebrate World Hijab day<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-72794400737587192052015-06-25T02:49:00.002-07:002015-06-25T02:49:31.643-07:00Chaandh Raath Eid Bazaar<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-39241096651052757222015-06-08T10:12:00.002-07:002015-06-08T10:12:40.948-07:00Essence Collection - The Studio<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Richly decadent and a pure indulgence of designer-wear is the only words that I can use to describe The Studio (branch of Essence Collection).<br />
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A plush store with a range of designer-wear on display as well as lining a full wall in rails, a huge dressing room, yes you read right not change room not cubicle but dressing room and a huge open foyer to prance and feel the garment on you before you purchase.<br />
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Garments in a kaleidoscope of colours and variety of decadently rich fabrics - velvet, silk, satin, lace, brocade - oozing with beadwork, sequins, embroidery and diamantes.<br />
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If you wish to have a taste of the rich life, then The Studio by Essence Collection is the place to visit.<br />
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Essence Collection - The Studio is conveniently situated in the heart of Overport across from Musjid Hilaal - 1st floor Crescent Tower, at the corner of Crescent Street & Hill Street and has basement parking available for your convenience.<br />
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I was privileged enough to be invited to attend their Open Day on Friday, 5th June. A grand affair to say the least with the many a fashion diva in attendance enjoying the sumptuous snacks and literally oohing! and aahing! over the gorgeous garments that was available!<br />
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Be sure to pay them a visit!<br />
Trust me you wont be wasting your time!<br />
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-65241032583598499032015-05-17T01:02:00.000-07:002015-05-17T01:02:00.042-07:00Say No!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I've just completed the Princess series of books by Jean Sasson and although the earlier books i've read before it was still heart wrenching.<br />
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Although the books cover the struggles of the muslim women in Saudi Arabia, many of us in the western world can still identify with the core issues as muslim women all over the world, face many of them.<br />
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Although we assume in the western world there is no oppression of muslim women, this is untrue. Muslim women are being oppressed even in the western world.<br />
Oppressed by spouses.<br />
Oppressed by families.<br />
Oppressed by parents.<br />
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And if Princess Sultana can have the courage to speak out from a country where she could face immediate death for she would be seen as a betrayer of her country, why do we hide? <br />
We need to speak out!<br />
We need to stand together!<br />
And we need to say NO to abuse and oppression!<br />
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Shireen Mansoor<br />
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-11724387469519891622015-05-16T05:32:00.000-07:002015-05-16T05:32:54.518-07:00Chaandh Raath Eid Bazaar<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-76779447579888096482015-05-16T05:29:00.002-07:002015-05-16T05:29:49.506-07:00Colours of the Rainbow Fashion Extravaganza<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-88766545147560232022015-05-16T05:28:00.000-07:002015-05-16T05:28:40.235-07:00Pre-Ramadaan Nite Market<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-8726872408510129782015-05-16T00:38:00.001-07:002015-05-16T00:38:21.855-07:00You are your own driving force!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Looking at our lives, many of us have something to cry about.<br />
Someone that hurt us, physically or emotionally etc.<br />
Some of us were saved and some of us are still in the rut.<br />
Truth is the only one that can save you, is YOU!<br />
If you don't have the courage to save yourself then you can blame no-one but yourself for being in the mess you in.<br />
People can try to help you but the main help, is YOU wanting to help yourself!<br />
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Shireen Mansoor</div>
Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-34620357583018673562015-05-12T00:16:00.001-07:002015-05-12T00:16:56.559-07:00May 12 ... Fibromyalgia Awareness Day<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-64649956756967066552015-05-10T21:20:00.001-07:002015-05-10T21:20:33.523-07:00Life's earnings<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Love does not beget love<br />
Trust does not beget trust<br />
Loyalty does not beget loyalty<br />
Respect does not beget respect<br />
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Let your love be earned<br />
Let your trust be earned<br />
Let your loyalty be earned<br />
Let your respect be earned<br />
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Shireen M</div>
Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-49792074478923573252015-05-09T21:16:00.003-07:002015-05-09T21:21:39.984-07:00Mother's Day<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
"My mother is special every single day.<br />
So I spoil her, celebrate her and make her smile as often as I can.<br />
Not just ONE day in the year!"<br />
- Mufthi Menk<br />
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Sad to say some kids of today, fail to acknowledge a mother or a parent not just on Mother's Day.<br />
Pointing out that, we need our parents duas in this life and the hereafter falls on deaf ears.<br />
Reminding them of the time and care our parents gave us in their lifetime always trying to ease our distress in trying times serves as no reminder to them to even greet and make time for their parents on a daily basis.<br />
Yet they prostate to Allah 5 times a day!<br />
How do they expect their duas to be accepted when their parents cry tears of yearning to see their child.<br />
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Years back, I happened to visit ABH in Chatsworth and was shocked to hear of children that left their parents in their care. Let alone visiting their parents on a regular basis, the children didn't even turn up to collect their parents bodies or even do the last rites.<br />
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Today, those stories remain fresh in my head and ever so often I hear of more stories of parents being shunned by their children, parents being embezzled by their children, parents being let down in their children in their time of desperate need.<br />
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Money and status can push any story under the carpet and on the day of the funeral the children go all out to portray the perfect doting child with the red eyes, stream of permanent tears, fainting acts etc.<br />
At the end of the day you can fool the entire world but remember Allah Ta'ala is never fooled. Allah Ta'ala knows all. In His court there will be only be the truth and nothing but the truth! <br />
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Shireen M<br />
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Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-22910490784470401972015-05-09T11:54:00.002-07:002015-05-09T21:15:48.990-07:00Stop the cycle<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
We are born and cocooned in a blanket of protectiveness with parents making all our decisions. Holding on tight to the trusting hands of parents, promising to never let us fall we take our first unbalanced steps. Parents trustfully hand us over to our educators at school and we trustfully absorb all that surrounds us like a sponge to water.<br />
Our minds and souls are so eager and hungry and without filtration we absorb the good, the bad and the ugly that the world has to offer moulding our minds, our souls, our life choices and our future.<br />
Little mistakes from the people we trust in our bubble scars our souls only to reveal the depth of the wounds much later in life.<br />
The people we attract to our lives either gouge the wounds to deeper to a point of no return for many or some of the lucky souls will cross paths with people that will heal the wounds and breathe back life into our existence.<br />
We never realise the impact of childhood occurrences until much later when we either see our lives being broken.<br />
Don't allow yourself to be a victim of your past, seek help, seek knowledge, turn to Allah Ta'ala and turn your life around and stop the chain of mess-ups that will extend through you to your next generations.<br />
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Shireen M</div>
Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-43271072620279324102015-05-08T01:20:00.001-07:002015-05-08T01:20:51.030-07:00Colours of The Rainbow Fashion Extravaganza<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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They say you only appreciate what you had after you've lost it.<br />
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Of all family traditions, the one I always reflect on is Jummah lunch when my late dad was alive.<br />
Even though I saw my dad every day and we often had meals together, Jummah lunch was always special. We'd always argue over the menu ... I preferred Biryani and he preferred Dholl and rice so we agreed to alternate ... lol<br />
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Unfortunately once the head of the family passes on and the others are too weak to step into his shoes, family traditions become burdensome and somehow get lost in the power struggle that the family becomes involved in.<br />
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Anyways, The Address continues in-keeping some traditions alive so if your Jummah day doesnt allow you enough time to prepare that sumptuous biryani visit The Address for Jummah lunch.<br />
The offer a spread consisting of Biryani, Dholl & Rice, Aloo Fry, even masala fish together with salads, Dhahi, papad etc. And for only R70pp you can afford to just turn-up with the entire family and enjoy a sumptuous meal with the family minus the hassle of the preps for lunch and minus the fight over meal preferences. And if that isn't enough to wet your appetite, then you are welcome to order from their regular menu which is totally amazing.<br />
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The Address, is conveniently situated at 101 Innes Road, Morningside. So see you there!<br />
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Be a witness, not a judge. <br /> Focus on yourself, not on others. <br /> Listen to your heart, not to the crowd. <br />
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<br />Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-38983769740305631642015-02-27T01:08:00.002-08:002015-02-27T01:08:38.071-08:00Everything ..Every moment of your life<br />
is infinitely creative<br />
and the universe<br />
is endlessly bountiful.<br />
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Just put forth<br />
a clear enough request,<br />
and everything<br />
your heart desires<br />
must come to you.<br />
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... Shakti GawainShireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-11049569562152241032015-02-02T23:44:00.000-08:002015-02-02T23:44:11.624-08:0067 Blankets for Nelson Mandela<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-90974380956353343772015-01-31T11:44:00.000-08:002015-01-31T11:44:29.506-08:00World Hijab Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-14777054416537600352015-01-31T00:25:00.000-08:002015-01-31T00:25:00.424-08:00Food for thoughtShariah has given women the right to earn her own income irrespective of
anyone providing for her or not. On the same note, Shariah desires for
a woman to remain in the confinements of her home and look after the
domestic affairs. Also, modesty is an essential part of Deen more so
for a woman. Shariah has never made it compulsory upon women to work.
If she is a daughter, Shariah has made the father responsible to provide
for his daughter. If she is a wife, the husband is made responsible.
If she is a mother, the son has to take care of her. If she is a
sister, the responsibility is put upon the shoulders of her brother. If
she has no immediate relatives, then Shariah has made it that her far
relatives must look after her. In a case where she has no relatives at
all, the Islamic government has to take this responsibility. Never does
Shariah force a woman to go out in the work field and provide for
herself, thereby making it easier upon her to maintain her shame and
modesty.<br />
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AskImam (http://askimam.org/public/question_detail/15865)Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-61423270877459766362015-01-30T00:16:00.000-08:002015-01-30T00:16:00.309-08:00GossipingHave you ever met someone guilty of cannibalism? Probably not, yet this
is the way backbiting is described in Islam: Allah warns us: ‘O you who
believe! Avoid much suspicion, indeed some suspicions are sins. And spy
not neither backbite one another. Would one of you like to eat the flesh
of his dead brother? You would hate it (so hate backbiting)…’ (49: 12) Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-83151608803841268962015-01-29T01:00:00.000-08:002015-01-29T01:00:01.013-08:00Best form of CharityThe Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "Shall I guide you to the best (form of) charity? It is to provide for your daughter when she (returns) to you (because of divorce or other circumstances) and has no one but you to provide for her." - Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 1296 Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8450505439849772794.post-28443559967141526062015-01-29T00:26:00.001-08:002015-01-29T00:26:44.547-08:00In the words of Mufthi MenkSome badmouth others without batting an eye lid. What they don't know,
they create. They fill in the blanks with gossip, not facts. Beware.<br />
... Mufthi Menk Shireen Mansoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15889365638227778759noreply@blogger.com0