So Ramadan XXIII just ended, and as always, it's a bittersweet feeling. On one hand, you know you're going to miss the positive feelings of Ramadan: the brotherhood, the extra blessings, the iftar parties, IHOP sehris at 5 am...but on the other hand, it feels kinda good for things to get back to normal. The most important thing, however, is to never forget the lessons you learn from this holy month. So I've decided to make a list of things I learned this Ramadan.
-stay up all night watching TV, playing games, and hanging out. The later you fall asleep, the later you'll wake up, and the less you'll actually have to fast. Make sure you don't pray at night or do anything stupid like that.
-Find a video game and dedicate all your time to playing it. This will make the fasts seem fast.
-Khatam duas are the perfect time to catch up on some overdue sleep. The lights are off and everyone's focusing on their own sins, so no one will notice if you doze off for 10-15 minutes.
-You're never too old to get Eidi.
-"Staying up all night at the masjid" is the perfect way to stay out all night without your parents badgering you.
-If you're a hafiz, try to find a nice masjid to lead your taraveeh at. That way you can get your name out and get super props. Aunties will be throwing their daughters at you before you can even duck.
-Remember, you're always allowed the first look.
-Donate your yearly Zakat in Ramadan so you can maximize returns.
-Most masjids have free iftars and sehris, so you can eat free food for an entire month, if you're smart and make sure not to frequent the same masjids.
Anyways, I hope this advice helped. See y'all next year. Peace.
the ramlings of
Jangrizzle on Saturday, September 11, 2010.