tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post7165543892837176917..comments2024-02-02T01:18:39.737-05:00Comments on Brookey's Cafe Blog: A Lesson in Acceptance...from my 5 Year Old Nephew KyceBrookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-53106689060562114932009-02-17T23:40:00.000-05:002009-02-17T23:40:00.000-05:00LOL!! awww, thanks! Don't be tryna gas me up butte...LOL!! awww, thanks! Don't be tryna gas me up buttercup! :-)Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-8570282845924570112009-02-17T23:22:00.000-05:002009-02-17T23:22:00.000-05:00The funny thing is...I dont even like that pic on ...The funny thing is...I dont even like that pic on the Syracuse Manuscript!<BR/><BR/>Thank you Brook. You know you fine as hell too..Anthony Oterohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05818411014851299966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-30992160022621546182009-02-17T22:44:00.000-05:002009-02-17T22:44:00.000-05:00No need to apologize Ant and Glee for posting late...No need to apologize Ant and Glee for posting later. I don't normally get a chance to comment on others' blog (yours included) until later at night because I'm working too. I barely have time to comment on my OWN blog! LOL! I appreciate the fact that you read it at all!<BR/><BR/>And thank you all for your calls, texts and emails asking how you can donate to Kyce's school. You have no idea how much your support means to me and my family and the school. I'm going to try to get A&E to match your donations, so I'll keep you all posted on that.<BR/><BR/>Glee, since I'll see you on Sunday, I can bring the catalog with me for you to take a look. Or you can go to their site, up to you! Thank you all again so much, you all are truly a blessing!<BR/><BR/>p.s. Ant - I got my issue of the Syracuse Manuscript and saw youf face on the cover...and I see you're showing it here now...you handsome devil!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-84156374647943063532009-02-17T22:09:00.000-05:002009-02-17T22:09:00.000-05:00Today was a little crazy work wise so I wasn't abl...Today was a little crazy work wise so I wasn't able to get on much earlier. I have to say that one thing that I'm most proud of is the job your sis (Malek) and her hubby have done to raise her babies to be tolerant. I think (most) people downplay the importance of your family nurturing the seeds planted at school. <BR/><BR/>It's crazy to hear that the economy is affecting even our education system. I'll def order a few candles Brooke (just remind me tmrw). Thanks for posting this topic such an important one.Georgia Peachhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02512812467528547952noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-15918552518844538882009-02-17T21:15:00.000-05:002009-02-17T21:15:00.000-05:00Brook,Great Post! It made me think about the fact ...Brook,<BR/><BR/>Great Post! It made me think about the fact that you never hear about the private schools that struggle in this economy.<BR/><BR/>Normally the talks are all about public schools and their lack of funding. I am very glad you brought this up.<BR/><BR/>I will foward this blog to the Muslim Students Association on campus and see if they are interesting in helping.<BR/><BR/>Sorry I did not post a comment earlier. Work is kicking my ass.Anthony Oterohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05818411014851299966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-17585596001212245372009-02-17T18:00:00.000-05:002009-02-17T18:00:00.000-05:00OX in the Philadelphia area I can only think of on...OX in the Philadelphia area I can only think of one other school, but the things I have heard about it are so disturbing.....Insha'Allah Allah will provide for our school as well as your mosque...all we can say is Allhumdulilah!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-52887254309615434802009-02-17T17:53:00.000-05:002009-02-17T17:53:00.000-05:00Wa Alaikum Assalam. Salaam Malek. I hope the schoo...Wa Alaikum Assalam. Salaam Malek. I hope the school can get the necessary funding, Inshallah. <BR/><BR/>The Masjid I'm apart of, the Muslim Center of Manhattan is somewhat in the same predicament. We get all our funding from the community because once the gub-min't starts getting involved then they want to dictate with invasive oversight. <BR/><BR/>Right now things are okay, but with the economy tanking every organization is feeling the pinch. <BR/><BR/>Jazakallahu Khair.<BR/><BR/>- OxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-46668666221706995242009-02-17T17:32:00.000-05:002009-02-17T17:32:00.000-05:00There is some grant programs available through the...There is some grant programs available through the state, but I don't know if the school pursued it...That's why they need to change the Director and the "Board"....The Director is an excellent scholar but I don't think a savvy business man...That's what I think is the feeling of a lot of the staff and parents...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-77473452051872936002009-02-17T17:23:00.000-05:002009-02-17T17:23:00.000-05:00Thanks Nicole (Malek), I didn't realize all the fu...Thanks Nicole (Malek), I didn't realize all the funding was coming from a charitable donation and none from the state. Wow...that's crazy. This world economy will really taking it's toll. <BR/><BR/>Hopefully after Thursday, the school will come up with a plan to stay open and operate to the level the student and parents expect/hope for.Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-4250914925326234642009-02-17T17:17:00.000-05:002009-02-17T17:17:00.000-05:00Asalaam Alaikum everyone,That is very hard not to ...Asalaam Alaikum everyone,<BR/>That is very hard not to say to non Muslims...I usually get a blank stare, but since we got some Muslims on the blog today I thought why not....<BR/><BR/>Well I would like to say thank you for all your concern, donations, and interest....<BR/><BR/>As Karen(Phillygirl)can attest to it is a fabulous school on a great campus in Villanova PA right near the university...<BR/><BR/>I will be happen to take donations but I will let you know, because the school is holding a BIG meeting on this Thursday to discuss the goings on of the school. I know the teachers have taken a pay cut, but insha'Allah they will be discussing the long term goals of the school. <BR/><BR/>As for the funding the school was receiving sodikah (charity) from a private donator from Saudi Arabia...they can no longer provide that gift due to the worlds economy....The community has come together to make donations but the bigger picture is the long term....I think some new management is in order.....So insh'Allah the school will have a plan or will give a clear idea of what it needs from the community.....<BR/><BR/>Ox Salaams brother and I to will be checking that website you left for Arabic....I know "Moroccan Arabic" but need to learn more classic.....<BR/><BR/>Also we are planning a big fund raising dinner at the end of the year and I am looking for a dynamic speaker!!! Any suggestions?!??!?!<BR/><BR/>Pretty Ricky I think your idea for game night is excellent!!!!!<BR/><BR/>Ma Salaama everyone.....enjoy your brief Arabic lesson <BR/><BR/>PS Rene Kyce has more the personality of a Kappa, Brahim is my Que....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-32118292305923202702009-02-17T17:04:00.000-05:002009-02-17T17:04:00.000-05:00B - I just read your comment, for some reason I di...B - I just read your comment, for some reason I didn't see it. I think that's a great idea!!! Let's do it!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-4341032581233013982009-02-17T16:45:00.000-05:002009-02-17T16:45:00.000-05:00Yep, Ox...that's it!Yep, Ox...that's it!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-14932137052870773052009-02-17T16:41:00.000-05:002009-02-17T16:41:00.000-05:00Send me those yankee candle Catalogs. I'm always d...Send me those yankee candle Catalogs. I'm always down for a good cause. B-Luv...luvs da kids. Hmmm Brooke. Seems like we just came up with a cause for your party to support. Maybe even in lieu of gifts people can donate to the school. WHAT ABOUT A GAME NIGHT!!!!! <BR/><BR/>Hollah at your boy!Pretty Ricky What Dey Call'emhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16426322462620415403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-86575518950762514852009-02-17T16:25:00.000-05:002009-02-17T16:25:00.000-05:00Brooke is this the organization?http://www.fiesite...Brooke is this the organization?<BR/>http://www.fiesite.org/fie2/Full-Time%20Islamic%20School.htmAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-73861271611587265342009-02-17T16:09:00.000-05:002009-02-17T16:09:00.000-05:00hello..Brooke, Im sad to hear abt Kyce's schoo...hello..Brooke, Im sad to hear abt Kyce's school,as you probably know, I visited there during Eid in helping Nicole wrap Eid gifts & speaking with her & Vania, another mom there. It is a great resource, & also a great BUILDING & LAND.....it reminds you of a college campus really...It's good to hear that Kyce is so engaged as well.( funny..while we were just in a side room talking, it was picture day for the kids so there was lots of activity) , Ibrahim was playing with this littel giarl suhailah & they had a little scarf & he kept laying it on floor & pretended he was making Salat(salah)..it was too cute..--the boy is 2 !!!!! I was like Nicole, check him out!!..we all started laughing. The school ( just on my observation ) seemed very inclusive..not the typ of place that's like, oh the parents are yere visiting?no it encourages that( at least that's how I felt when I went there). this is a shame, as others have mentioned a lot of private schools will suffer the same fate, I went to a small black private school here in philly( there were only 8 kids in my class from 1-6th grade) & just 2 years ago, we found out it closed down..they sent out some flyers or something, but by the time all the former students got the info , it was like a week before they had to close..so they ended up closing...Excellent education & lifelong friendships( my best friend is from 2nd grade). Let's hope this one can dodge the bullet--so to speak.phillygrlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09803104040072735135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-15979890475071249842009-02-17T15:30:00.000-05:002009-02-17T15:30:00.000-05:00I must say I am a lil disappointed that you don’t ...I must say I am a lil disappointed that you don’t have more comments on your blog today. I would have thought more people would have chimed in on such an important topic. We can comment 100 times on TMI Tuesdays & Random Thought Thursdays OR Craigs Daughters fried eggs (WHERE IS CRAIG???) BUT this topic affects us all. Whether directly or indirectly. This economy is taking a toll on our kids future. By closing this school & others are kids aren't getting the education they need, deserve & we want them to have. Remember these kids are OUR future. They are the next president, VP, senators, lawyers, police officers, preachers, etc etc etcAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-85399404747208764062009-02-17T15:08:00.000-05:002009-02-17T15:08:00.000-05:00Andre I heard you mention earlier that you are int...Andre I heard you mention earlier that you are interested in learning Arabic. The place I go to is here:<BR/>http://www.knowledgeofislam.com/<BR/><BR/>I'll just tell you right now so you don't feel you're getting a biased opinion. I just came on as an adviser to help rebuild their website and online teaching tools, but I don't know of any site that is as thorough as this organization. Their online Arabic courses are really good.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-90577584074644696582009-02-17T13:21:00.000-05:002009-02-17T13:21:00.000-05:00Well, feel free to order candles or donate to them...Well, feel free to order candles or donate to them directly. Any amount helps. I know times are tough right now, so anything would be appreciated, thanks!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-12081009391321333432009-02-17T13:20:00.000-05:002009-02-17T13:20:00.000-05:00You're right Omega Oil is the correct name. I've o...You're right Omega Oil is the correct name. I've only had it a few times and as you see, it has rendered parts of my brain inoperable. LMAO<BR/><BR/>Sorry off topic.<BR/><BR/>The donation idea from Oxtail is a very good one.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-10489792555297278802009-02-17T13:06:00.000-05:002009-02-17T13:06:00.000-05:00Thanks Ox! I'm sure they'd appreciate that...and s...Thanks Ox! I'm sure they'd appreciate that...and so do I!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-24050584615955919702009-02-17T13:03:00.000-05:002009-02-17T13:03:00.000-05:00It's really tough. There is a local Muslim newspap...It's really tough. There is a local Muslim newspaper called the TriSate Muslim and you hear stories like this all the time. A lot of these schools work exclusively on donations and are not federally or state funded. I will spread the word though and hit them up with a donation today.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-45513385562446278032009-02-17T12:59:00.000-05:002009-02-17T12:59:00.000-05:00Didn't we call it Omega Oil in school? :) I know y...Didn't we call it Omega Oil in school? :) I know you have a fondness for it :)<BR/><BR/>I think Kyce's school was having problems even BEFORE the economy sank, but now it's even worse. Schools like that don't always get the same funding as say a Catholic school would. Shame. Maybe if my sister comments, she can help to shed some more light on it.<BR/><BR/>I'm sure Kyce would love to teach you Arabic :)Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-23863639782511022482009-02-17T12:52:00.000-05:002009-02-17T12:52:00.000-05:00Brooke...very true... that is why i LOVE that movi...Brooke...very true... that is why i LOVE that movie..LMAO...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-15118205852005090442009-02-17T12:51:00.000-05:002009-02-17T12:51:00.000-05:00I STILL haven't seen that film Maybe one day when...I STILL haven't seen that film Maybe one day when I have absolutely nothing to do...umm..is there any Q oil in it? It may entice me to watch. LOL<BR/><BR/>Kyce's school really does sound great. It's a shame that our economy as digressed so much that these sort of opportunities are being placed in jeopardy. <BR/><BR/>Think Kyce could teach me Arabic? I'd love to learn.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-66632497194029012632009-02-17T12:48:00.000-05:002009-02-17T12:48:00.000-05:00Well, at least there's some eye candy in Stomp The...Well, at least there's some eye candy in Stomp The Yard, so I don't really complain when they wanna watch it again and again :)Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.com