February 2011
34 posts
This is terrorism, right? Guy attempts to bomb...
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who Roger Stockham, a 63-year-old California resident, was arrested last week in Michigan on felony charges over a “bias-motivated attack.”
what Stockman reportedly was arrested outside of a mosque with a very large number of consumer fireworks. They could’ve hurt a lot of people.
where Dearborn, Michigan, near one of...
Anonymous asked: I'm not Muslim, I'm Hindu, and I was wondering if you could talk about the issues between Muslims and Hindus? Do you think it is still a prominent issue today? I don't want to say there is hatred between the two religions, and yet, while I have Muslim friends (we are all Indian though) and Hindu friends, I feel that there are still some people out there in each religion that harbor...
January 2011
51 posts
Sincere Apologies.
There has been a delay in the travels for Salaam America.
I lost a dear friend and went to the funeral and am taking some time to get situated again.
The next major cities/states coming up (in order) are
Washington DC
Maryland
Virginia
North Carolina
Dearborn, Michigan
Omaha, Nebraska
And because I will be there anyways,
I am re-visiting and meeting with more people in
New York
...
Anonymous asked: I have looked through your posts, and I have yet to get to the beginning, but I have a strange question. I know you have answered it in many of your personal settings, but I just want emphasis on this. What makes you TRULY believe in your religion? Some people would say it is blind faith, how do you REALLY know that your god (or any god) exists? I'm not asking to debate or argue the existence...
Anonymous asked: What is your opinion on interracial marriages?
"Ask an actual Muslim about Islam" is not for only...
Please keep that in mind. I’d love to meet all of you lovely people.
My dad is mean.
Dad: So then the man went to take wudhu (wash up) so that he could pray but every single time he brought up the bucket from the well, it was filled with diamonds, rubies and other jewels.
Me: Wow.
Dad: Yeah, Allah was testing him. But he was such a strong believer he would say, "Allah, why are you doing this? You know the real treasure to me is prayer and I just want to take my wudhu."
Me: Ha! If that were me I'd say "Thanks Allah!" fill my pockets with jewels and pay people to do my prayer.
Dad: That's why you're not a true believer.
Me: Hey! I was just kidding...maybe.
"Ask an Actual Muslim about Islam" Event important...
Salaam everyone,
I’ve gotten quite a few people who are pretty knowledgeable about Islam to sign up for speaking and answering questions for the event but there were some concerns about the weather because it’s been very cold lately and it’s still snowing, just last night there was 3-7 inches. So after much thought, we’ve decided it might be in the best interest of...
the-noisecomplaint asked: Asalaam alaikum!
Is there any more info forthcoming on the Feb 5th event in DC? It's next Saturday, soooo, just wondering, haha.
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Is there any more info forthcoming on the Feb 5th event in DC? It's next Saturday, soooo, just wondering, haha.
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Nebraska
Does anybody live in Nebraska? I mean I’m sure people live in Nebraska but anybody interested in being in Salaam America?
Hurt.
Recently I went to an Islamic store that I go to often with a good friend of mine. We were buying gifts to send to those who have helped fund Salaam America and I spent well over $150. The lady working there, about 30-35 years of age was really nice. She was very pretty too, she wore full hijab and she smiled the entire time we were there. I really had a wonderful experience being in that store...
Can you Imagine if everyone who watched FoxNews,...
“Part of the problem, I think, is that we imagine that the Koran can be read as...”
– Lesley Hazleton, watch video here.
dreaminginspanish asked: I would still go to her job and speak with her manger. I understand the whole idea of being polite, but that does not mean that it should be overlooked and not say anything.
I feel that this is the reason with things happen; we do not speak up.
I feel that this is the reason with things happen; we do not speak up.
I don't understand some people.
My mom has been having difficulties at her job because a new manager has been specifically mean to her. She’s been working there for years and everybody knows she’s a hard worker but that’s not stopping this individual from giving her trouble for no apparent reason.
If it is because of discrimination against her for being a Muslim, this will be the third job that has fired her...
Prayer.
I want to write about how to prayer but there are different schools of thought and I don’t want to confuse anyone so I will post multiple explanations.
I think the majority of everything is the same though. Here is one article by About.com. To read it on their site click here.
“Five times each day, Muslims bow down to Allah in prayer. If you are learning how to pray, or are just...
Anonymous asked: Salaam!
I've read a few pages of this blog/documentary and it's really inspired me. I'm only 15 and I don't pray much. It wasn't around in our household. I see my mom praying on Jum'ah and we all pray during Ramadan but other than that, it's just not around. My little brother thinks of it as more of a chore than anything and that saddens me. You said that...
I've read a few pages of this blog/documentary and it's really inspired me. I'm only 15 and I don't pray much. It wasn't around in our household. I see my mom praying on Jum'ah and we all pray during Ramadan but other than that, it's just not around. My little brother thinks of it as more of a chore than anything and that saddens me. You said that...
Anonymous asked: Will you be going to Maryland?
“Your cure is in you, but you are unaware,
And your illness is from you, but you...”
– Imam Ali
At the Mosque tonight.
*The Imam says something really interesting and mind blowing.*
Me: Whaaaaaaaat?
Him: Why? I don't know. Ask Allah.
Me: No, I said "Whaaaaaaaaat?"
Him: *Blank Stare*
Anonymous asked: In my city we have informational posters on buses with a phone number that people can call and ask questions about Islam. It's really nice. I'll try and get a picture of it for you if you'd like.
"Ask an actual Muslim about Islam."
We’re organizing an event in Washington DC on Saturday February the 5th. where various Muslims will come and have signs that say “Ask an actual Muslim about Islam.” The idea is to ask any questions one might have, clear misconceptions and for some people, it will be there first time meeting a Muslim.
It will also be filmed for Salaam America.
There will be free cupcakes and sign up...
This is a cover I did of a Ryan Adams song called...
Soundtrack for Salaam America
As some of you may know I am a singer and a song writer so one thing I have been working on is a soundtrack for Salaam America.
If you write or make music and want to be a part of the soundtrack, contact us and we can try and work something out.
Thanks :)
For those who want to help fund Salaam America
If you’d like to help fund Salaam America, here is how!
Go to Paypal
Go to Send Money, then Send money online
Enter the amount and select Friend And Family
Next enter your email address and SalaamAmerica@gmail.com
If you have any issues, let us know.
Anonymous asked: Hey I read your story, it was very touching and I was wondering how I can help fund your project. Also, good luck and continue to keep us updated because what your doing is very inspirational!!
dreaminginspanish asked: Salaam America is coming out to be a beautiful project. All of your work, and the weekly updates make us the Tumblr community feel a part of it.
You are a very inspiring human being, and as a young filmmaker myself you are a role model. Thank you for your hard work.
You are a very inspiring human being, and as a young filmmaker myself you are a role model. Thank you for your hard work.
Anonymous asked: i hope Allah gives you the guidance and the courage to someday start covering yourself as He mentions in the Quraan, someday before its to late inshaAllah. please do not take this in the wrong way, i only mean well.
on another note, you have an amazing blog and i think what you are doing is so inspirational and may God bless you xoxo
on another note, you have an amazing blog and i think what you are doing is so inspirational and may God bless you xoxo
crystaldroplets asked: This isn't really a question, but more like a long comment. I just wanted to say what an amazing job you're doing Fatima.
I'm a Hindu, but I have many many friends who are Muslims. In high school and out and about, I've heard many comments about Islam and Muslims; almost always disparaging and beyond terrible. It's great to see this project. It's making a huge...
I'm a Hindu, but I have many many friends who are Muslims. In high school and out and about, I've heard many comments about Islam and Muslims; almost always disparaging and beyond terrible. It's great to see this project. It's making a huge...
whatabeautifulsong-deactivated2 asked: Your story about finding God and Muhammad really touched me, and I almost started to cry.
I'm a Jew, and I really appreciate the message you're sending. In a world where the extremist has the loudest voice (in all religions), you're fighting back with a voice that talks about tolerance and educating oneself.
I'm not a Muslim, but I think...
I'm a Jew, and I really appreciate the message you're sending. In a world where the extremist has the loudest voice (in all religions), you're fighting back with a voice that talks about tolerance and educating oneself.
I'm not a Muslim, but I think...
"My name is Fatima and I was born in Afghanistan."
Those are always the first two things I think I have to tell people when I introduce myself. As if my name and where I was born have very much to do with who I am today. But they probably do. Anyways, I wanted to write a little about my story because I’ve been getting some questions in regards to who I am and what I do and why I started this project. So I hope that this can answer some...
That awkward moment when you have the hiccups...
Eating Meat in Islam
It’s difficult to find legit halal meat around here and many other places which means lots of vegetarian meals. Also, on this trip I’ve met many people who became vegetarian because of the lack of halal food but now they prefer to be vegetarian.
An Islamic tradition states “Do not make your stomach a graveyard for animals.”
Meaning not to eat too much meat. The Prophet...
Tonight's interview is also a dinner.
So I told Habiba if I make dinner, she has to make dessert.
I’m attempting to make eggplant parmesan. Wish me luck.