Most people either have someone in their family who has an autistic child or knows someone who does. Recent studies show Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the U.S. Autism is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication, and behavioral challenges. A serious issue is early diagnosing.
It is mistaken as mental retardation or in many cases it’s seen as a child is “slow” and they will say he will eventually “catch up”. Our loved ones can be negatively affected throughout their lifespan if disparities in early diagnosis and treatment, health, special education and the criminal justice system are allowed to persist. It’s critical we learn more and take a stand on this important issue on their behalf. ********
Sis. Shaunta X
Brothers, have you ever wondered why so many of our children are joining gangs? Or why they are failing in school? Or why are there so many teen pregnancies? Or why they are insensitive to each other?
One possible reason why our children are acting this way is that we choose to ignore what see and hear around us. We cannot and must not take the attitude of inaction until the above problems become personal.
We must begin to confront these problems and be willing to serve and protect our children as well as our community.
Bro. Leonard X
One possible reason why our children are acting this way is that we choose to ignore what see and hear around us. We cannot and must not take the attitude of inaction until the above problems become personal.
We must begin to confront these problems and be willing to serve and protect our children as well as our community.
Bro. Leonard X
Teenage Pregnancy
In schools all over the country today, it is not uncommon to see a 15, 16, or 17 year old girl waddling in the hallways. It isn't rare to see a group of teenage mothers passing around ultra-sounds or baby pictures, either. In fact, it is too common. These days, teenagers are irresponsible and careless when dealing with the pressures of being in relationships. It is like an infectious disease, spreading throughout our community and influencing our children.
Although child bearing is a blessing and gift from God, our children should not be having children while in school. Something has to be done with the rate of teenage pregnancy and motherhood steadily growing. We have to educate our girls to learn how to say no and not to be so gullible. We have to teach our boys to respect our girls and not use them for playthings.
Something has to be done or soon all our babies will have babies and their babies will have babies and so on and so forth, the cycle will be never ending.
Sis. Julie X
In schools all over the country today, it is not uncommon to see a 15, 16, or 17 year old girl waddling in the hallways. It isn't rare to see a group of teenage mothers passing around ultra-sounds or baby pictures, either. In fact, it is too common. These days, teenagers are irresponsible and careless when dealing with the pressures of being in relationships. It is like an infectious disease, spreading throughout our community and influencing our children.
Although child bearing is a blessing and gift from God, our children should not be having children while in school. Something has to be done with the rate of teenage pregnancy and motherhood steadily growing. We have to educate our girls to learn how to say no and not to be so gullible. We have to teach our boys to respect our girls and not use them for playthings.
Something has to be done or soon all our babies will have babies and their babies will have babies and so on and so forth, the cycle will be never ending.
Sis. Julie X
col•or : noun: Etymology: akin to Latin celare to conceal; 2 a : an outward often deceptive show; color verb; a : MISREPRESENT, DISTORT b : GLOSS, EXCUSE c : INFLUENCE
col•ored b : marked by exaggeration or bias.
During this past summer, we were subjected to various points of view concerning health care reform. Americans were presented with the option of keeping their current plan or selecting a public option plan. The manner in which each side stated their case caused many to question their motives.
Whenever an advertisement has a mixture of truth and falsehood, it affects the way people respond. This manner of coloring the truth to gain an advantage could result in causing many people to become confused, frustrated and angry.
Speak the truth.
Bro. Earl Muhammad
col•ored b : marked by exaggeration or bias.
During this past summer, we were subjected to various points of view concerning health care reform. Americans were presented with the option of keeping their current plan or selecting a public option plan. The manner in which each side stated their case caused many to question their motives.
Whenever an advertisement has a mixture of truth and falsehood, it affects the way people respond. This manner of coloring the truth to gain an advantage could result in causing many people to become confused, frustrated and angry.
Speak the truth.
Bro. Earl Muhammad
A True and Proper Education
We must come up with solutions to resolve the problems that we are faced with daily within our schools. One area that must be addressed and resolved is the lack of presence of us as men in our schools. This violation of our duty as men is a great contributor to the violence in the schools and streets that highlight the need for men to provide positive examples and role models for our young men and women to look up to.
We should take time to visit the schools to be aware of what is going on and volunteer our time to help? We must make a presence to stop the senseless violence that is taking place among our young.
Bro. DeAndre L. Muhammad
We must come up with solutions to resolve the problems that we are faced with daily within our schools. One area that must be addressed and resolved is the lack of presence of us as men in our schools. This violation of our duty as men is a great contributor to the violence in the schools and streets that highlight the need for men to provide positive examples and role models for our young men and women to look up to.
We should take time to visit the schools to be aware of what is going on and volunteer our time to help? We must make a presence to stop the senseless violence that is taking place among our young.
Bro. DeAndre L. Muhammad
It’s Flu Season
We’ve all heard so much about the flu this season. It seems that everywhere we turn information is given about getting a flu shot. As with any vaccination or shot, it’s a good idea to learn more about the ingredients and possible side effects. A little research on the internet revealed that some side effects could include the following: headache, malaise (feeling out-of-sorts), muscle pain, chills, nausea, fever, and vomiting.
A search of ingredients found the shots to include mercury among other things. It’s up to you to decide if you want to subject your body or anyone else you’re responsible for to this.
Sis. Valerie L. Muhammad
We’ve all heard so much about the flu this season. It seems that everywhere we turn information is given about getting a flu shot. As with any vaccination or shot, it’s a good idea to learn more about the ingredients and possible side effects. A little research on the internet revealed that some side effects could include the following: headache, malaise (feeling out-of-sorts), muscle pain, chills, nausea, fever, and vomiting.
A search of ingredients found the shots to include mercury among other things. It’s up to you to decide if you want to subject your body or anyone else you’re responsible for to this.
Sis. Valerie L. Muhammad
Baked Salmon
1 1b. fresh salmon, cut into 4 pieces nonfat cooking spray
seasoning salt 1/4 cup mayonnaise
parsley
1. Spray baking dish with cooking spray, arrange salmon in baking dish. 2. Spread with olive oil, sprinkle with seasoning salt, and top with parsley. 3. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes.
Sis. Veronica H. Muhammad
1 1b. fresh salmon, cut into 4 pieces nonfat cooking spray
seasoning salt 1/4 cup mayonnaise
parsley
1. Spray baking dish with cooking spray, arrange salmon in baking dish. 2. Spread with olive oil, sprinkle with seasoning salt, and top with parsley. 3. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes.
Sis. Veronica H. Muhammad
Famous Black Quotes
We would like to share with you some famous quotes that came from many brilliant minds that helped to shape our community and sparked the minds of so many others. They say words are powerful, read over these few quotes and empower your minds shape tomorrow.
“Greatness occurs when your children love you, when your critics respect you and when you have peace of mind.”
Quincy Jones, Producer, and song writer
“The Battles that count aren’t the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself (the invisible), inevitable battles inside all of us that’s where it’s at.”
Jesse Owens, Olympian Runner
Bro. Ozinder
We would like to share with you some famous quotes that came from many brilliant minds that helped to shape our community and sparked the minds of so many others. They say words are powerful, read over these few quotes and empower your minds shape tomorrow.
“Greatness occurs when your children love you, when your critics respect you and when you have peace of mind.”
Quincy Jones, Producer, and song writer
“The Battles that count aren’t the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself (the invisible), inevitable battles inside all of us that’s where it’s at.”
Jesse Owens, Olympian Runner
Bro. Ozinder
M.G.T. & G.C.C.(Muslim Girls in Training & General Civilization Class)
By Sister Caisha X
The Importance of a Healthy Self Image
Children form opinions of themselves early in their lives, and that opinion is shaped by the most important people in that child*s life: the parents. It is incumbent that children see themselves in a positive light so that they will not go through life thinking they are less than, not able to cultivate the best parts of themselves, and accept sub par treatment not only from others outside of themselves. They will not indulge in behavior that is self destructive.
Most young girls learn from their parents self love and self respect, in particular from the father figure in her life. This man teaches her what is acceptable behavior from other males, he shows her how she should be treated by a man, and he shows her how valuable she is by offering her a certain type of protection only a father can give.
If young women don*t see the value that God has placed on them by the attitudes and lessons learned at home through loving and strong parenting, then they will begin to accept disrespect from others all the while disrespecting themselves.
By Sister Caisha X
The Importance of a Healthy Self Image
Children form opinions of themselves early in their lives, and that opinion is shaped by the most important people in that child*s life: the parents. It is incumbent that children see themselves in a positive light so that they will not go through life thinking they are less than, not able to cultivate the best parts of themselves, and accept sub par treatment not only from others outside of themselves. They will not indulge in behavior that is self destructive.
Most young girls learn from their parents self love and self respect, in particular from the father figure in her life. This man teaches her what is acceptable behavior from other males, he shows her how she should be treated by a man, and he shows her how valuable she is by offering her a certain type of protection only a father can give.
If young women don*t see the value that God has placed on them by the attitudes and lessons learned at home through loving and strong parenting, then they will begin to accept disrespect from others all the while disrespecting themselves.
F.O.I.(Fruit of Islam)
By Brother Leonard X
Media 1: a medium of cultivation, conveyance, or expression.
Mass medium: a medium of communication (as newspapers, radio, or television) that is designed to reach the mass of the people.
Im*age: a popular conception (as of a person, institution, or nation) projected especially through the mass media.
Have you noticed how we are being presented to the public? Occasionally, media has reported that we are deeply concerned about our community. However, the majority of the coverage has painted a different picture. It appears that reporting negative images is the order of the day.
If this is true, what can we do about it?
By Brother Leonard X
Media 1: a medium of cultivation, conveyance, or expression.
Mass medium: a medium of communication (as newspapers, radio, or television) that is designed to reach the mass of the people.
Im*age: a popular conception (as of a person, institution, or nation) projected especially through the mass media.
Have you noticed how we are being presented to the public? Occasionally, media has reported that we are deeply concerned about our community. However, the majority of the coverage has painted a different picture. It appears that reporting negative images is the order of the day.
If this is true, what can we do about it?
Major Issues
By Brother Earl Muhammad
Greetings Brothers and Sisters.
Do you know that *No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury?**
Do you know that *In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed?**
Finally, *Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.*
How many of us can be categorized as being either a modern day slave or ex-slave?
By Brother Earl Muhammad
Greetings Brothers and Sisters.
Do you know that *No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury?**
Do you know that *In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed?**
Finally, *Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.*
How many of us can be categorized as being either a modern day slave or ex-slave?
Education
By Brother DeAndre' L. Muhammad
A true and proper education secures the natural essentials of life for the human being which is freedom, justice and equality. It frees the human being mentally to see their unlimited potential for excellence and mastery. It also opens the door for us to justify our existence as the crown of the Creator*s creation. Therefore as a result of the aforementioned, it provides the equality for all of us to equally express the uniqueness that is in all us. We need this kind of educational system to replace a corrupt educational system that is designed to dumb down the masses for the benefit of the elite classes.
By Brother DeAndre' L. Muhammad
A true and proper education secures the natural essentials of life for the human being which is freedom, justice and equality. It frees the human being mentally to see their unlimited potential for excellence and mastery. It also opens the door for us to justify our existence as the crown of the Creator*s creation. Therefore as a result of the aforementioned, it provides the equality for all of us to equally express the uniqueness that is in all us. We need this kind of educational system to replace a corrupt educational system that is designed to dumb down the masses for the benefit of the elite classes.
To Your Health: "The Berry Benefits"
By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
*As summer approaches, so many of us look forward to the arrival of fresh berries. Blueberries, strawberries and many others are not only tasty and naturally sweet, but are loaded with tons of nutritional benefits as well. Strawberries are packed with vitamin C which helps our immune system. Blueberries are loaded too with minerals and antioxidants. Remember the expression, *The blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice.* There*s truth to it. The pigments that give berries their color, especially the blues and reds, contain substances called phytochemicals and flavonoids that help reduce and prevent some diseases like cancer. Additionally sisters, don*t forget those cranberries. They*re wonderful at helping to prevent urinary tract infections.
So, let*s eat some tasty berries!
By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
*As summer approaches, so many of us look forward to the arrival of fresh berries. Blueberries, strawberries and many others are not only tasty and naturally sweet, but are loaded with tons of nutritional benefits as well. Strawberries are packed with vitamin C which helps our immune system. Blueberries are loaded too with minerals and antioxidants. Remember the expression, *The blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice.* There*s truth to it. The pigments that give berries their color, especially the blues and reds, contain substances called phytochemicals and flavonoids that help reduce and prevent some diseases like cancer. Additionally sisters, don*t forget those cranberries. They*re wonderful at helping to prevent urinary tract infections.
So, let*s eat some tasty berries!
Youth Generation
By The Youth of MMOC
As you can see the economy continues to fall. Not just one person is affected. Failures and closing of businesses are spreading like a virus. Most people who were barely getting by are struggling now. The government tried to give unemployment to most workers who got laid off, but you have to qualify for it. Each day the unemployment rate increases rapidly. All around the county major businesses are closing
Day after day many people are trying to find jobs but most companies can*t afford to pay them to find jobs but most companies cant afford to pay them so what*s going on to happen to those who have a four year degree. We as a people need to open our own businesses to create jobs for our people.
By The Youth of MMOC
As you can see the economy continues to fall. Not just one person is affected. Failures and closing of businesses are spreading like a virus. Most people who were barely getting by are struggling now. The government tried to give unemployment to most workers who got laid off, but you have to qualify for it. Each day the unemployment rate increases rapidly. All around the county major businesses are closing
Day after day many people are trying to find jobs but most companies can*t afford to pay them to find jobs but most companies cant afford to pay them so what*s going on to happen to those who have a four year degree. We as a people need to open our own businesses to create jobs for our people.
Healthy Recipe
By Sister Veronica H. Muhammad
Bean Pie
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup evaporated milk
2 cups cooked and pureed navy beans
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cornstarch
whipped cream(optional)
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine eggs and evaporated milk in a bowl. Add beans, sugar and all spices. Beat at low speed of a mixer until well blended. Pour into unbaked pie shell. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for another 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or you can even enjoy it cold:-).
Yields 1 Pie
By Sister Veronica H. Muhammad
Bean Pie
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup evaporated milk
2 cups cooked and pureed navy beans
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cornstarch
whipped cream(optional)
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine eggs and evaporated milk in a bowl. Add beans, sugar and all spices. Beat at low speed of a mixer until well blended. Pour into unbaked pie shell. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for another 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or you can even enjoy it cold:-).
Yields 1 Pie
Famous Black Quotes
By Brother Ozinder X
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
*Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly.* -Langston Hughes. Writer and Poet-
*Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.*
Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights leader.
*Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done it*s always your choice.* Wayne Dyer, Doctor
By Brother Ozinder X
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
*Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly.* -Langston Hughes. Writer and Poet-
*Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.*
Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights leader.
*Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done it*s always your choice.* Wayne Dyer, Doctor
By Brother Ozinder X
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
"You have seen how a man was made a slave; you shall see how a slave was made a man.*
"Frederick Douglass-
" I am America. I am the part you won*t recognize. But get used to me. Black confident, cocky; my name, not your; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own;
get used to me.*
-Muhammad Ali-
*I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can*t accept not trying."
-Michael Jordan-
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
"You have seen how a man was made a slave; you shall see how a slave was made a man.*
"Frederick Douglass-
" I am America. I am the part you won*t recognize. But get used to me. Black confident, cocky; my name, not your; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own;
get used to me.*
-Muhammad Ali-
*I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can*t accept not trying."
-Michael Jordan-
By Sister Veronica H. Muhammad
Broccoli Casserole
1 Bunch Chopped Broccoli chopped into florets - cooked until tender
4 eggs
2 cups grated cheese
3 cups Milk
3 Tbsp. Flour
1 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. White Pepper
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Wash broccoli and mix with cheese. Place into a greased baking dish. In a small mixing bowl, beat eggs, add milk, flour, salt and white pepper. Pour mixture over broccoli and cheese. Bake 45 minutes. Yields 6 to 8 Servings
Broccoli Casserole
1 Bunch Chopped Broccoli chopped into florets - cooked until tender
4 eggs
2 cups grated cheese
3 cups Milk
3 Tbsp. Flour
1 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. White Pepper
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Wash broccoli and mix with cheese. Place into a greased baking dish. In a small mixing bowl, beat eggs, add milk, flour, salt and white pepper. Pour mixture over broccoli and cheese. Bake 45 minutes. Yields 6 to 8 Servings
By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
*Cholesterol * We hear so much about it. Do you know your level? What exactly is it? To make a long story short, cholesterol is a fatty-like substance that is found in our bloodstream and cells. We need it because it helps to produce cell membranes and some hormones. The issue with it is that when too much of it builds up in our blood, it can lead to coronary heart disease and strokes. When our cholesterol levels are checked, the results are in two parts * LDL and HDL. To help transport cholesterol to our cells, substances called lipoproteins are used to do the job. LDL is low-density lipoprotein (the bad one) while HDL is high-density lipoprotein (the good one). LDL is the one that can slowly build up in our blood and cause us problems down the road. HDL is considered *good* because high levels of it seem to help fight against heart attacks. In upcoming issues, we*ll take a closer look at things we can do to keep a balance on our cholesterol levels.
I, personally, am proud to have a strong, black woman as our First Lady, running the country beside her strong, black man.
*Cholesterol * We hear so much about it. Do you know your level? What exactly is it? To make a long story short, cholesterol is a fatty-like substance that is found in our bloodstream and cells. We need it because it helps to produce cell membranes and some hormones. The issue with it is that when too much of it builds up in our blood, it can lead to coronary heart disease and strokes. When our cholesterol levels are checked, the results are in two parts * LDL and HDL. To help transport cholesterol to our cells, substances called lipoproteins are used to do the job. LDL is low-density lipoprotein (the bad one) while HDL is high-density lipoprotein (the good one). LDL is the one that can slowly build up in our blood and cause us problems down the road. HDL is considered *good* because high levels of it seem to help fight against heart attacks. In upcoming issues, we*ll take a closer look at things we can do to keep a balance on our cholesterol levels.
I, personally, am proud to have a strong, black woman as our First Lady, running the country beside her strong, black man.
By Brother DeAndre' L. Muhammad
A new curriculum and structure of education must be set up to inspire students to take in the great virtue of learning. It is a process that must start from within that allows the students to identify with the author of all knowledge; Allah (God). To teach students in a way where they cannot identify themselves with the creator is to teach them that they are inferior. Quite the contrary when you teach the student in a way where they can identify with the creator, self, and outside of self you are teaching him/her to become a master. The denial of God is the denial of human excellence.
A new curriculum and structure of education must be set up to inspire students to take in the great virtue of learning. It is a process that must start from within that allows the students to identify with the author of all knowledge; Allah (God). To teach students in a way where they cannot identify themselves with the creator is to teach them that they are inferior. Quite the contrary when you teach the student in a way where they can identify with the creator, self, and outside of self you are teaching him/her to become a master. The denial of God is the denial of human excellence.
By Brother Earl Muhammad
Greetings,
The government has just reported that at least 2.6 million Americans are unemployed. A number of states are operating their budgets in the red. As a result of this budget deficit, the funding for many of the services created to assist people is either being reduced or completely cut from their annual expenses.
Schools are functioning with a budget deficit and in some cases they have to contend with low student enrollment. Many families are now in the last stages of foreclosure. It is also reported that violent crime is on the rise.
What if anything can be done to change this trend? Is it possible that we can be part of the solution?
The answer is yes, and the time to act is now.
Greetings,
The government has just reported that at least 2.6 million Americans are unemployed. A number of states are operating their budgets in the red. As a result of this budget deficit, the funding for many of the services created to assist people is either being reduced or completely cut from their annual expenses.
Schools are functioning with a budget deficit and in some cases they have to contend with low student enrollment. Many families are now in the last stages of foreclosure. It is also reported that violent crime is on the rise.
What if anything can be done to change this trend? Is it possible that we can be part of the solution?
The answer is yes, and the time to act is now.
By Sister Julie X
"Yes We Can DID"
January 20th, 2009 - To a select few, it*s just the Tuesday after MLK day. But to the majority, it*s the day we never thought would happen; the inauguration of America*s first Black president, Barack Hussein Obama!
Since his election on November 4, 2008, black people, young and old, have taken on a new state of mind. Even "gangsta rappers" like Young Jeezy, Busta Rhymes, and Lil Wayne, show anticipation for the future of America. The youth seem to be more interested in politics and government now that they can "relate" to their President.
"Yes We Can DID"
January 20th, 2009 - To a select few, it*s just the Tuesday after MLK day. But to the majority, it*s the day we never thought would happen; the inauguration of America*s first Black president, Barack Hussein Obama!
Since his election on November 4, 2008, black people, young and old, have taken on a new state of mind. Even "gangsta rappers" like Young Jeezy, Busta Rhymes, and Lil Wayne, show anticipation for the future of America. The youth seem to be more interested in politics and government now that they can "relate" to their President.
(Muslim Girls in Training & General Civilization Class)
By Sister Veronica D. Muhammad
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is March 10, 2009
Do you know your status? HIV is right here at home: Get Tested! Know Your Status! The purpose of this annual day is to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls and encourage women and girls to take action. We have to end the cycle and take charge of our health. If you or someone you know is living with HIV/AIDS seek help!
Please call 843-870-0645 so that we may assist you in finding the proper resources. Thank you and God bless!
By Sister Veronica D. Muhammad
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is March 10, 2009
Do you know your status? HIV is right here at home: Get Tested! Know Your Status! The purpose of this annual day is to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls and encourage women and girls to take action. We have to end the cycle and take charge of our health. If you or someone you know is living with HIV/AIDS seek help!
Please call 843-870-0645 so that we may assist you in finding the proper resources. Thank you and God bless!
By Brother Leonard X
Daddy can I borrow $50.00?
A young boy 9 years old asked his father, daddy can I borrow $50, His father was taken a back, gave the boy an ugly look and blasted out at the boy, "I*m out here working hard, can barely pay these bills and here you come wanting me to do more, Take your behind to bed."
As he walked away he thought about his harsh response, He said to himself, let me find out what he wanted the money for, He went to the boy's room and said, son what do you want with $50, very stern. The boy while wiping the tears from his eyes responded, "When I asked you to go bike ridding or to the park with me you say you have to work, "Mom said you make $25 an hour, I wanted to buy two hours of your time." The father filled with shame could only grab his son with the biggest bear hug and thanked his son for a beautiful lesson then proceeded to take the mother and son to dinner. Point; find the time because some one will. Peace.
Daddy can I borrow $50.00?
A young boy 9 years old asked his father, daddy can I borrow $50, His father was taken a back, gave the boy an ugly look and blasted out at the boy, "I*m out here working hard, can barely pay these bills and here you come wanting me to do more, Take your behind to bed."
As he walked away he thought about his harsh response, He said to himself, let me find out what he wanted the money for, He went to the boy's room and said, son what do you want with $50, very stern. The boy while wiping the tears from his eyes responded, "When I asked you to go bike ridding or to the park with me you say you have to work, "Mom said you make $25 an hour, I wanted to buy two hours of your time." The father filled with shame could only grab his son with the biggest bear hug and thanked his son for a beautiful lesson then proceeded to take the mother and son to dinner. Point; find the time because some one will. Peace.
“Cholesterol: The Good and the Bad” Part 1
Cholesterol – We hear so much about it. Do you know your level? What exactly is it? To make a long story short, cholesterol is a fatty-like substance that is found in our bloodstream and cells. We need it because it helps to produce cell membranes and some hormones. The issue with it is that when too much of it builds up in our blood, it can lead to coronary heart disease and strokes. When our cholesterol levels are checked, the results are in two parts – LDL and HDL. To help transport cholesterol to our cells, substances called lipoproteins are used to do the job. LDL is low-density lipoprotein (the bad one) while HDL is high-density lipoprotein (the good one). LDL is the one that can slowly build up in our blood and cause us problems down the road. HDL is considered “good’ because high levels of it seem to help fight against heart attacks. In upcoming issues, we’ll take a closer look at things we can do to keep a balance on our cholesterol levels.
Cholesterol – We hear so much about it. Do you know your level? What exactly is it? To make a long story short, cholesterol is a fatty-like substance that is found in our bloodstream and cells. We need it because it helps to produce cell membranes and some hormones. The issue with it is that when too much of it builds up in our blood, it can lead to coronary heart disease and strokes. When our cholesterol levels are checked, the results are in two parts – LDL and HDL. To help transport cholesterol to our cells, substances called lipoproteins are used to do the job. LDL is low-density lipoprotein (the bad one) while HDL is high-density lipoprotein (the good one). LDL is the one that can slowly build up in our blood and cause us problems down the road. HDL is considered “good’ because high levels of it seem to help fight against heart attacks. In upcoming issues, we’ll take a closer look at things we can do to keep a balance on our cholesterol levels.
Calendar of Events/Donations By Brother Ozinder X & By Sister Veronica H. Muhammad
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Upcoming Events:
June 24th - Community Festival!
Meeting St. Manor
4-6 pm
June 25th - *Mommy Let*s Read, Play and Learn*
Robert Mills Community Center
4:30 * 6:00 pm
July 8th - *Mommy Let*s Read, Play and Learn*
Wraggborough Community Center
4:30 * 6:00 pm
July 23rd - *Mommy Let*s Read, Play and Learn*
Robert Mills Community Center
4:30 * 6:00 pm
August 13th - *Back To School Educational Jamboree*
Robert Mills Community Center
4:00 * 6:00 pm
Please visit with us every Sunday at 11:00 AM!
Please send your Tax Deductible Contributions to:
1921 Reynolds Avenue North Charleston, SC 29405
Attention: Marketing Committee
Make checks or money orders payable to:
Muhammad Mosque of Charleston
Thank you!
June 24th - Community Festival!
Meeting St. Manor
4-6 pm
June 25th - *Mommy Let*s Read, Play and Learn*
Robert Mills Community Center
4:30 * 6:00 pm
July 8th - *Mommy Let*s Read, Play and Learn*
Wraggborough Community Center
4:30 * 6:00 pm
July 23rd - *Mommy Let*s Read, Play and Learn*
Robert Mills Community Center
4:30 * 6:00 pm
August 13th - *Back To School Educational Jamboree*
Robert Mills Community Center
4:00 * 6:00 pm
Please visit with us every Sunday at 11:00 AM!
Please send your Tax Deductible Contributions to:
1921 Reynolds Avenue North Charleston, SC 29405
Attention: Marketing Committee
Make checks or money orders payable to:
Muhammad Mosque of Charleston
Thank you!
M.G.T. & G.C.C. (Muslim Girls in Training & General Civilization Class) By Sister Veronica D. Muhammad
9:56 AM
| Author:
Charleson Speaks
Greetings,
The women in the Nation of Islam at Muhammad Mosque of Charleston would like to wish you a Blessed Ramadan!
There is no limit to what you can achieve as a sister in the M.G.T. and G.C.C. of the Nation of Islam. M.G.T. has the option of choice when it comes to a career in the work of redemption. "No Nation Can Rise Any Higher Than its Woman." May you be anointed by Allah (God) into the light of truth, as you remain faithful to the Creator first!
Please join us every Saturday at 11:00 AM to learn more. Call 843-870-0645. More to come! Thank you. Peace.
The women in the Nation of Islam at Muhammad Mosque of Charleston would like to wish you a Blessed Ramadan!
There is no limit to what you can achieve as a sister in the M.G.T. and G.C.C. of the Nation of Islam. M.G.T. has the option of choice when it comes to a career in the work of redemption. "No Nation Can Rise Any Higher Than its Woman." May you be anointed by Allah (God) into the light of truth, as you remain faithful to the Creator first!
Please join us every Saturday at 11:00 AM to learn more. Call 843-870-0645. More to come! Thank you. Peace.
Maintain:To keep in an existing state, preserve from failure or decline,to sustain against opposition or danger, uphold and defend, to support or provide for (has a family to maintain). As men, we are given the task of maintaining all that is sacred and dear to us.
It is always necessary to remind ourselves what our duties are. We should never turn our backs on those who are in need of a helping hand. It is up to us to protect and serve not only our immediate family members, but also our neighbors as well. Securing justice for them is also our obligation.
We cannot afford to leave a single person behind. The preservation of our future begins now.
Come join us every Monday from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Tel.# 843-744-3842.
It is always necessary to remind ourselves what our duties are. We should never turn our backs on those who are in need of a helping hand. It is up to us to protect and serve not only our immediate family members, but also our neighbors as well. Securing justice for them is also our obligation.
We cannot afford to leave a single person behind. The preservation of our future begins now.
Come join us every Monday from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Tel.# 843-744-3842.
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
*Racism is not a excuse to not do the best you can.*
Arthur Ashe
*Just don*t give up what you*re trying to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don*t think you can go wrong."
Ella Fitzgerald, Singer
*Character is what you know you are, not what others think you have."
Marva Collins, Educator
*Racism is not a excuse to not do the best you can.*
Arthur Ashe
*Just don*t give up what you*re trying to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don*t think you can go wrong."
Ella Fitzgerald, Singer
*Character is what you know you are, not what others think you have."
Marva Collins, Educator
In order to ensure a proper and quality education for our children, it must be rooted in the divine laws and principles of Allah (God). He is the author of all knowledge and discipline. Therefore it is only right that we have Him at the root of the educational process. Also, there must be a strong coalition between parents, teachers and students to create a wholesome environment for our children to have a true and quality education. Parents must do their part in properly preparing their children so that teachers can do their jobs. The parents must recognize that discipline does not begin in the classroom but rather at home. This will ensure the student will have the discipline necessary to be properly educated.
Squash Casserole
5-6 squash sliced
1 chopped medium onion
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. milk
2 eggs
1 c. grated cheese
Cook squash and onions until done. Drain, add butter, milk, and eggs. Mix Well. Put in 2 quart baking dish. Top with cheese. Bake at 350 for 50-60 minutes. Serves 6
5-6 squash sliced
1 chopped medium onion
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. milk
2 eggs
1 c. grated cheese
Cook squash and onions until done. Drain, add butter, milk, and eggs. Mix Well. Put in 2 quart baking dish. Top with cheese. Bake at 350 for 50-60 minutes. Serves 6
Be Mindful of Sugar Substitutes Part II By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
9:46 AM
| Author:
Charleson Speaks
As research continues to show the harmful effects of not only consuming too much sugar in our diets as well as incorporating the use of various sugar substitutes, many are discovering the benefits of the herb stevia. You*ll find it in health food stores packaged as a *dietary supplement*. It is also commonly known as sweetleaf, sweet leaf, or sugarleaf. Many find it a good alternative to using other sugar substitutes. Research has found that the herbs extracts have up to 300 times the sweetness of sugar. With this, stevia has made a stand in quests for low-carbohydrate, low-sugar food alternatives. Give it a try.
Be Mindful of Sugar Substitutes Part II By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
9:46 AM
| Author:
Charleson Speaks
As research continues to show the harmful effects of not only consuming too much sugar in our diets as well as incorporating the use of various sugar substitutes, many are discovering the benefits of the herb stevia. You*ll find it in health food stores packaged as a *dietary supplement*. It is also commonly known as sweetleaf, sweet leaf, or sugarleaf. Many find it a good alternative to using other sugar substitutes. Research has found that the herbs extracts have up to 300 times the sweetness of sugar. With this, stevia has made a stand in quests for low-carbohydrate, low-sugar food alternatives. Give it a try.
Hot Summer Reading
This summer I read a book that will knock you out of your socks! It's called "Speak, Rwanda" and it is written by Julian Pierce. "Speak, Rwanda" is a novel about ten people living in Rwanda. These people are men, women and children; Tutsi and Hutu. All of their stories are told: Including the slaughter and massacre of innocent people. This book is thrilling, gruesome, and merciless. And even though I recommend this book to all that can stand to read it, it is not for the weak of heart. But don't take my word for it; I read it for school. The end.
This summer I read a book that will knock you out of your socks! It's called "Speak, Rwanda" and it is written by Julian Pierce. "Speak, Rwanda" is a novel about ten people living in Rwanda. These people are men, women and children; Tutsi and Hutu. All of their stories are told: Including the slaughter and massacre of innocent people. This book is thrilling, gruesome, and merciless. And even though I recommend this book to all that can stand to read it, it is not for the weak of heart. But don't take my word for it; I read it for school. The end.
Interesting Facts In Black History By Brother Ozinder X (Bernard)
9:40 AM
| Author:
Charleson Speaks
In this edition of our newsletter we would like to share more valuable information of black men and women in history.
Campbell C. Johnson- was born in Washington, D.C. February 22, 1921. After graduating from high school he spent his first year of college at Howard University studying Civil Engineering. In 1942 Mr. Johnson transferred to an all white prestigious Rensselaer Polytechnic Institution, where he received a B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering. He then became a Quality Engineer in the Army Signal Corps. While in the Signal Corps Mr. Johnson manufactured tools and instruments. Such as electronic switches, power supplies, test jigs, signal generators, and amplifiers. Today Mr. Johnson serves as Chairman of Expert Examiners in Quality Engineering for the state of California.
To learn more on Campbell C. Johnson Just go to webfiles.uci.edu
Campbell C. Johnson- was born in Washington, D.C. February 22, 1921. After graduating from high school he spent his first year of college at Howard University studying Civil Engineering. In 1942 Mr. Johnson transferred to an all white prestigious Rensselaer Polytechnic Institution, where he received a B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering. He then became a Quality Engineer in the Army Signal Corps. While in the Signal Corps Mr. Johnson manufactured tools and instruments. Such as electronic switches, power supplies, test jigs, signal generators, and amplifiers. Today Mr. Johnson serves as Chairman of Expert Examiners in Quality Engineering for the state of California.
To learn more on Campbell C. Johnson Just go to webfiles.uci.edu
Greetings Brothers and Sisters.
Domestic Violence is a physically or emotionally harmful act between husbands and wives or between other individuals in intimate relationships or former spouses. Domestic violence also affects children who witness these acts. Depression, hopelessness, and other forms of emotional distress in infants, adolescents and teenagers are strongly associated with exposure to domestic violence. Some may have a problem coping with others when they become adults.
It is also believed that children may exhibit violence towards other children or may have a tendency to identify with the aggressor and to lose respect for the victim. We can no longer afford to allow our family structure to deteriorate because of this kind of abuse.
Domestic Violence is a physically or emotionally harmful act between husbands and wives or between other individuals in intimate relationships or former spouses. Domestic violence also affects children who witness these acts. Depression, hopelessness, and other forms of emotional distress in infants, adolescents and teenagers are strongly associated with exposure to domestic violence. Some may have a problem coping with others when they become adults.
It is also believed that children may exhibit violence towards other children or may have a tendency to identify with the aggressor and to lose respect for the victim. We can no longer afford to allow our family structure to deteriorate because of this kind of abuse.