It took your life for the world to wake-up and take more action against the refugee crisis in the Middle East. The image of you lying lifeless on the beach in Turkey, the waves lapping against your head continues to bring tears to my eyes. And I am sure it’s just not me. The whole world is crying for you now. A life taken away unnecessarily – we could all have done more, sooner.
I say this as a reminder to myself: to always be grateful for all the blessings that God has bestowed upon me. Sometimes I get angry and frustrated for not getting what I want but if I am being honest with myself, I already have more than what I really need.
I am going to try and make time to de-clutter my wardrobe over the weekend and donate the things that I hardly use. I realise that fall is near and soon it will get colder. The refugees need warm clothes to help them survive the winter months.
For those who embraces Islam, the special day of Eid-al-Adha will soon be with us. What better time to share your qurbani with the poor and those in need? Pay your zakat and make a general donation. The process is simple nowadays – you can even do it online with just the click of a few buttons.
I believe that all faith teaches one to be a good person. Even for the non-believers, humanity will prevail. The humanitarian crisis in some parts of the world, particularly in Syria is dire. We can no longer afford to just sit back and do nothing. Help in whatever way we can, even if only to include them in our prayers.
Little Alyan, sleep tight. You are now in a more peaceful place, far from the chaos you left behind. I remember that I have this cute teddy hidden away in the corner of my wardrobe – if only I can give it to you. RIP little one…