The Maverick

Wooden floors, solid wood if I can afford it. In the meanwhile, faux wood flooring will do. Mahogany shelves lining the off-white walls, ivory perhaps. A couple of paintings on the wall (of dila's), behind the counter? (also wooden). A record player hooked to a decent sound system for shimmery hot afternoons. A coffee machine (though I don't drink coffee). A long wooden table facing a raised platform, a mini stage for readings/recitals/lectures etc. A projector (for playing films / presentations). A backroom to be converted into a surau (for easy access).

Books.

Literary behemoths. 

The Holy Qur'an & other Islamic books (for this life is a blessing from Him).

Film.

Art.

Music.

A doormat that says, 'Step lightly'.

A smaller sign near the door that says The Maverick with a quote ''Enter, tis light in here." underneath...maybe.

I will chew on this (more) later.


But I know that such heights will only bring me down.
Life is temporary, the hereafter is not.