Happy Father’s Day – By Noor Rahim My Dad is my tutor & mentor Be it helping me on the computer Or in my math & grammar Regardless of day or time he’ll help me without a murmur Be finds a lot of time to help me in my leisure Takes me out to the movies — which is such a pleasure And plays outside in the garden until the sun is a-goner That’s my Dad, he is such a do-gooder My Dad is also a preacher Teaching me the good in life & to be a believer In sickness he gives me succour Until I am back on my feet, feeling like a warrior Today’s a day that you would sit & wonder Am I getting younger or older? But always remember Dad that I am your greatest admirer And shall remain ever-loving now & forever ...
God’s Creation of the Marvellous Palm/Coconut Tree. – By Noor Rahim How blessed we were in the Tropical Lands; beyond our present domicile To have experienced and enjoyed Nature’s gift that we always took for granted Along the coastal region did we see; and more so, along the sea shore Wavering in the harshest wind with the rustling of the leaves; but never did it yield Often did I listen to the rustling of the leaves in the gentle breeze Only wary of the falling branches and nuts that were a hazard Perhaps a reminder of the nuts that yields the water, kernel and oil for our cuisine Not forgetting the intoxicating drink of Toddy and the Arrack brewed In life we tend to take a lot of things for granted; don’t we? There’s very much more that this marvelous tree doth yield for our good It not ...
Safety; Accidents; & You – By Noor Rahim As intellectual human beings, please pause awhile, and think back to the last time you gave thought to the simple but most important facet of life – SAFETY. Yet, we have the habit of taking things for granted – Don’t we? The word” Safety” has many meanings in the dictionary. But in the context of human beings it would simply mean “SELF SURVIVAL”. In other words it would mean the “will” of an individual to lead a “normal” and “accident free” life. Self -survival is based on pure “common sense”; and dominates our lives from the day we are born to the day we depart this materialistic world. The non-conformity or adherence to safety requirements will invariable lead to an accident be it minor or serious in nature. It is a known factor that accidents do not just occur – it is ...
May 11, 2024
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Articles, Noor Rahim
Tagged Human failure, Noor Rahim, Safety, The causes of accidents
Happy Mother’s Day. – By Noor Rahim Always remember your Mother in every loving way Not just on “Mother’s Day”; but on every day of the year For she who conceived you and carried you all the way Enabling you, to one day, see the light of the day She did continue tending to your needs, as is the way Of all Mothers; with such loving and tender care Teaching you and guiding you in all life’s ways Until it is time for you to fend for yourself in the worldly ways Mother’s Day is commercialized, no doubt, one can say But like inaugurating a New Year with gusto and sway Let’s use “Mother’s Day” to kindle our love for our Mothers in every way And continue this lifelong love, for the one who brought us to life, to forever stay Noor Rahim 2nd May 2019 ...
A Walk down the Lane of Memories – By Noor Rahim A Walk Down The Lane Of Mentorits. (By: Noor Rahim – April 1998) How calm and serene they are Looking at the sky with nary a care unruffled by the Hustle & bustle of the roadway & subway Just the sky for a roof they stare away yet how much missed thee are By their loved & dear ones who really care No matter which way you look & weigh There’s always something good of one to say iw life & death there’s Someone who will always care In life death there’s always something you can share Until it is taken away By the Good Lord who will always have his way So, pause for a moment & do share The serenity of the abode of whoever they are For someday they would have experienced some of your way(s) ...
Apr 7, 2024
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Tagged A WALK DOWN THE LANE OF MEMORIES, death, life, loved ones, memories, Noor Rahim, Poetry, reflection, serenity
The World in Turmoil – Ecologically; Spiritually; Economically; and Politically. – By Noor Rahim The World is no more a Garden of Eden. One would have thought that with the advancement of knowledge and Technology it would be “Heaven on Earth”; but alas! It appears that we are far from it. Perhaps to those who have amassed wealth more than they will ever be able to spend themselves, in a life-time, it may be so. But to the ordinary folk it is a “day to day” scenario in life; with no time to see if it is Heaven or Earth. Ecologically; spiritually; economically and politically we seem to be edging closer and closer to the dreaded “Point of No Return” – that is if it is not too late already! The solution to these impending disasters does not lie directly on the masses, but on the shoulders of Governments (elected ...
Little or Forgotten Saviours of the Motherland. – By Noor Rahim Little has been said or highlighted by the Nation Of the small contingents of the 3 Armed Services & the Police And their gallant and noble services to their Motherland When the mislead youth staged an insurrection in April ‘71 Motherland. Spearheaded by a strong willed Lady PM who faced it all alone She stood her ground lone-handed & faced the crisis with determination Behind her stood the troops armed with weapons of WW 1 & 2 vintage And fought off the insurgents with sheer guts & glory define The policies of the insurgents were in accord with Che Guerra doctrine Closely followed by the infamous “Pol Pot” methods of decimation A group that attacked a day earlier than the master plan Led to the awakening of the Forces & Government The insurgency was crushed in ...
Mar 15, 2024
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Articles, Noor Rahim
Tagged Armed Services, Forces & Government, Friends, Motherland, Pol Pot, Police, The Noble PM
Humility – By Noor Rahim Perhaps the 3 most useful steps for living a contented & worry-free life are envisaged in the 3 “H”s. Be Humble: Never impose on others Be Honest. Be always truthful in your dealings Be Humane: Show human kindness to ALL living beings Your life belongs to you; just spread the goodness & milk of kindness with other fellow beings. Noor Rahim July 26 2022 Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
Mar 13, 2024
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Tagged Be Honest, Be Humane, Be Humble, Humility, Noor Rahim
Safety; Accidents; & You – By Noor Rahim As intellectual human beings, please pause awhile, and think back to the last time you gave thought to the simple but most important facet of life – SAFETY. Yet, we have the habit of taking things for granted – Don’t we? The word” Safety” has many meanings in the dictionary. But in the context of human beings it would simply mean “SELF SURVIVAL”. In other words it would mean the “will” of an individual to lead a “normal” and “accident free” life. Self -survival is based on pure “common sense”; and dominates our lives from the day we are born to the day we depart this materialistic world. The non-conformity or adherence to safety requirements will invariable lead to an accident be it minor or serious in nature. It is a known factor that accidents do not just occur – it is ...
Mar 8, 2024
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Articles, Noor Rahim
Tagged Accident investigation techniques, Accident prevention, Acts of God in accidents, Complacency in safety, Emergency response procedures, Fire prevention strategies, Fire safety measures, Hazard identification, Human error in accidents, Mechanical failure risks, Noor Rahim, Over-confidence in driving, Personal safety awareness, Risk assessment in daily life, Road safety tips, Safe driving habits, Safety awareness, Safety culture, Safety education, Safety equipment importance, Workplace safety practices
73rd Anniversary of The Air Force. – By Noor Rahim 73 years ago did we see the seed of the Air Force being planted And a few die-hards enthusiastically joined the pioneering band To care & nurture the seed to sprout out of the ground With back-breaking effort of sweat & toil, with pride laboured They did nurture the seed with tender care & pride, as it bloomed 73 years have now very fruitfully passed, with expectations surpassed For the Nation to see an excellent tree in bloom, matured & recognized With the Nation fully confidence at the services & protection provided A great future for the new founded that replaced the old And much pride for the old-stagers who gave of their devoted best Alas! Not many may remain to see what their dedicated works achieved Forget them not, as they were the back-bone of what’s accomplished ...
