Prof Aslam rang to say GERAK nominated me to be one of its EXCO members (I wasn't even there).But I like GERAK.They don't care about money or title or fame cos' everyone 'has arrived' (and so cleveh!) It's fun being in the group so I said OK, count me in.
I hope Prof Manan (USM) is still the Prez and that many of the old gang are still there (Rozita pun gutsy).Haven't seen them for so long.
wow! yr orchids so so lovely ... i always wish i cld or rather be able to have my own garden with so beautifully bloomed orchids like yrs. guess, i really need yr pricelsess advice on this if only u cld willingly share. .... if i may thank u in advance !
Khamimi: thanks!They last longer than the roses.I like roses too but they are NOT easy to grow.
Catherine:Thanks for visiting.My garden is not big (that's why I have a hanging garden) I have seen books which use this method to maximise space.I have seen roof-top gardens (in Pakistan.They keep the house cool in summer and warm in winter -- without using air-con or heater)
Tricks for the orchids: you have to spray fertiliser every now and then (I have one that enhances the bloom)and make sure they have enough coal/arang.I'm also guilty of (occassionally)talking to plants.:))
Many thks for replying and yr advice; i really do appreciate it very much.
So sorry, i do not ve tips on rose growing ... i'm still learning on gardening.
With rgds to yr books; perhaps u cld recommend n advise where i can buy them okay .... i love history, philosophy, biography, politics, humanity n religion too.
You are not the slam poet Catherine, are you?(have we met or are you just passing by?)
I have a few books but my book of poetry can be purchased from me.Email me at Faridah dot Manaf at gmail dot com.We'll talk about how we can buy and sell online. :))
If you want to learn more of Islam, read Hammudah Abdalati's book.Easy to understand.I also like Ali Shariati's and Said Nursi's works but literary works which will make you cry will be those by Fariduddin Attar (Parlement of Foules or Conference of the Birds which Chaucer copied as a title as well), Rumi,Rabiatul Adawwiyah or any sufi poems or anecdotes.Oooo I love them!
One of my fav. spots at IIUM
same spot
same spot, different angle
the pride of my life (from my garden)
it's spring!
don't blink!
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Prof Aslam rang to say GERAK nominated me to be one of its EXCO members (I wasn't even there).But I like GERAK.They don't care about money or title or fame cos' everyone 'has arrived' (and so cleveh!) It's fun being in the group so I said OK, count me in.
I hope Prof Manan (USM) is still the Prez and that many of the old gang are still there (Rozita pun gutsy).Haven't seen them for so long.
nice view Dr...especially the orchids...
Dear Faridah
wow! yr orchids so so lovely ... i always wish i cld or rather be able to have my own garden with so beautifully bloomed orchids like yrs. guess, i really need yr pricelsess advice on this if only u cld willingly share. .... if i may thank u in advance !
with warmest rgds,
catherine
Khamimi: thanks!They last longer than the roses.I like roses too but they are NOT easy to grow.
Catherine:Thanks for visiting.My garden is not big (that's why I have a hanging garden) I have seen books which use this method to maximise space.I have seen roof-top gardens (in Pakistan.They keep the house cool in summer and warm in winter -- without using air-con or heater)
Tricks for the orchids: you have to spray fertiliser every now and then (I have one that enhances the bloom)and make sure they have enough coal/arang.I'm also guilty of (occassionally)talking to plants.:))
I need tips on rose growing.You have any?
Dear Faridah
Many thks for replying and yr advice; i really do appreciate it very much.
So sorry, i do not ve tips on rose growing ... i'm still learning on gardening.
With rgds to yr books; perhaps u cld recommend n advise where i can buy them okay .... i love history, philosophy, biography, politics, humanity n religion too.
Take k n God Bless!
catherine
Hi Catherine,
You are not the slam poet Catherine, are you?(have we met or are you just passing by?)
I have a few books but my book of poetry can be purchased from me.Email me at Faridah dot Manaf at gmail dot com.We'll talk about how we can buy and sell online. :))
If you want to learn more of Islam, read Hammudah Abdalati's book.Easy to understand.I also like Ali Shariati's and Said Nursi's works but literary works which will make you cry will be those by Fariduddin Attar (Parlement of Foules or Conference of the Birds which Chaucer copied as a title as well), Rumi,Rabiatul Adawwiyah or any sufi poems or anecdotes.Oooo I love them!
Hi Faridah!
Oh! no, no, no, i'm not Catherine, the poet n we've not met .. i'm just passing by ... enjoy reading yr blogs; so enlightening!
Thks for yr email add, will get in touch with u pertaining to yr books via yr given email add, okay.
with warmest regards
catherine
Thanks Catherine.Thank you for your email exchange with me.A joy meeting you indeed.
For those who are still keen on purchasing my poetry book, please email me directly.I still have some copies left.
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