Words learned in Pakistan – November 2017
darri - a thick sheet used to put on a charpai. Also used to iron on the ground Pasliyan - ribs Word for fireworks Eesa is Jesus in Urdu Antarrian - intestine Haram mugs - fluid inside spine Putt Read more [...]...
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According to Galileo, one of the greatest scientist’s in the world…
[Cartoon show. A character say's: "According to Galileo, one of the best scientist's in the world..."] Instantly I noticed the Euro-centric experience that is pumped into the civilian child population. Read more [...]...
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I like that name
[Speaking to an American, and mentioned the following name:] 1. Aneesa 2. Oh, I really like that name. 1. Really? 2. Yeah! [Later 1 sends email, thinking how using "Islamic" might now end up being a turn Read more [...]...
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Azerbaijan, Soccer
1. Hey bro, I'm coming to soccer this week. 2. No way, cool. 1. Yeah. Something always comes up, but yeah, gonna do it! 2. Nice, soccer is cool. 1. Have you bin downtown to see soccer? 2. Oh yeah. Read more [...]...
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Volunteerism of Musa/Moses PBUH
[At juma] The volunteerism of Musa is worth mentioning. He left with nothing but the clothes on his back when he fled from the Pharoah after he was involved in an altercation. He wandered into the dessert Read more [...]...
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Say Hi to Mohammad for me
1. Can you tell me when to get off sir? 2. Yes, you want to get off at Hurontario? 1. Yes. 2. You seem like you're in a rush. 1. Yeah I have to go to prayer. 2. Prayer? It's Friday. 1. Yeah. Friday prayer. Read more [...]...
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“Bi***-slapped” RE: Maria Sharapova brings glitz… – Normalization of vulgar language
In reference to: https://www.thestar.com/sports/tennis/2017/08/28/maria-sharapova-brings-glitz-back-to-us-open-with-first-round-statement-dimanno.html Ms. Rosie DiManno, given your accomplishments as Read more [...]...
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Seerah of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W by a grade 5 student
Seerah of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W By: Sayf, Grade 5 Shalimar Islamic Summer School July 2017 Prophet Muhammed S.A.W. was born in 570 A.D in the city of Makkah. Back then, there were no countries but today, Read more [...]...
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Gas station attendant
[Late night. Pulled in to get gas now as opposed to running around in the morning. Recognised the gas station attendant, older gentleman, super nice guy] 1. Asalamualaikum [smile] 2. Walaikum salam 1. Read more [...]...
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Company lunch
1. You hear about the company lunch? 2. No man. Really? Where? 1. Downstairs in the parking lot, it's huge. 2. But they don't have anything halal [sad face] 1. Ha-what? 2. Halal bro...the meat. 1. Oh Read more [...]...
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