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January 4, 2026
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Sufi Quote
Since corrupt people unite amongst themselves to constitute a force, then honest people must do the same.
Young Millennials
I look at young millennials
with amusement
when they fawn over their new kids
in new and modern loving ways…
… but behavior doesn’t change inbuilt nature.
sooner rather than later,
they’ll realize
they’ve birthed orphans…
… just like we did
pretension doesn’t change reality
built with genes for the long haul,
it’s not easily molded
with tactical approaches
of cleverness
Politics...
1. María Corina Machado, the Nobel Peace Prize winner for 2025, is a disgrace to human sensing of goodness in people. Additionally, she's also Islamaphobic. She wants to move the Venezuelan embassy in Tel aviv to Jerusalem. She apparently doesn't have much respect in Venezuela.
2. Truth be told, regardless of who gets hurt.
Regime change in Venezuela is not good...
3. Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s first Muslim mayor, put his hand on Islam’s holiest book at his swearing-in ceremony. Hurray for Zohran Mamdani!
Hope he doesn't disappoint like most favorites do!
The last one was Trump!
10 Best Movies of 2025:
* Rust Creek (Netflix) 2018. Fabulous movie with great suspense and good ending.
* Last Seen Alive (Netflix) 2022. Phenomenal suspense movie. Very enjoyable to watch.
* Basma (Netflix) 2024. Turkish. Pretty sensitive portrayal of life in Saudi Arabia. Very well done movie!
* Family Plot (Netflix) 1976. Alfred Hitchcock's last movie. A classic to watch and admire.
* LA Confidential (Prime) 1997. Great suspenseful movie with good drama. Enjoyed watching this one.
* 10X10 (Prime) 2018. Pretty scary movie about a kidnapping. Very well done as a movie.
* Vengence: A Love Story (Prime) 2017. Beautifully done movie with good acting. Great to watch!
Unfaithful (Prime) 2002. Richard Gere does a geat performance in this one. His wife is a cheater.
Saiyarra (Netflix) 2025. Hindi. A movie packed with emotion and good acting. Well directed also.
Taken in Broad Daylight (Prime) 2009. Fantastic movie based on a true story about a kidnapping of a 17 year old smart girl.
Book Review:
Thoughtful and Contemplative Verses of the Quran
(Released as a Book in June, 2025)
Author: Rashid Osmani
Genre: Nonfiction / Religious / Islamic Studies
ISBN: 9798350749014
Print Length: 82 pages
4.0 out of 5 stars Reflection through translation
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2025
Format: Kindle
This book reflects a faith tradition different from my own, yet I appreciated the thoughtfulness and depth with which it was written. The author’s approach is careful and precise, clearly shaped by years of study and reflection. The writing encourages readers to question translations and meanings rather than accept ideas at face value. Through historical context and thoughtfully selected Quranic verses, the book explores faith, understanding, and stagnation with intention, inviting readers to reflect on purpose, learning, and the importance of engaging deeply with sacred texts.