Suffering from being over-worked and stressed, I had gone through my week without noticing the changes that Spring brought to us.  Until, this morning, when I woke up to a cold and gloomy overcast.  I wondered, why aren’t the birds chirping like they have been all week and why aren’t sun rays beaming through my window, and where is the gentle breeze that did more wonders in waking me up than my usual cup of coffee?

I was contemplating the effect of nature on my moods and contentment with life.  Then, it occurred to me, as I recalled the various verses of the Quran describing the gardens in Paradise (afterlife), the positivity that captivates my soul and, therefore my being, is deeply tied to a reward system designed by God.

“Gardens of perpetual bliss: they shall enter there, as well as the righteous among their fathers, their spouses, and their offspring. Angels shall enter from every gate (with the salutation): ‘Peace be with you, that you persevered in patience! Now how excellent is the final home!” (Quran 13:23-24).
“They will not hear therein ill speech or commission of sin. But only the saying of: ‘Peace! Peace!'” (Quran 56:25-26).

Alas, another layer peeled back in my understanding and appreciating my love of nature and the tranquility it has provided me in times of chaos and continues to do so every day.  I cannot wait for Spring to become more evident.  InshaAllah, it will only bring more joy as we all get a glimpse of the ultimate reward and I hope that it will continue to motivate me to live to ensure that Paradise is my final destination after this life.

Alhamdulillah!

Stay blessed xoxo