She has never been concerned about materialistic things.

She has never been concerned about materialistic things." Fatimah spent that day depressed. She feared Khadijah might yield to the false values of society, yet she knew that her friend was a good believer and would not change easily. At nine o'clock that evening, the doorbell rang and Fatimah went to open it. She was so pleased to see Khadijah standing there that she could hardly believe her eyes.

They exchanged kisses and words of welcome and Fatimah congratulated Khadijah, and told her of her desire to visit her. Khadijah expressed surprise at the delay in visiting her, but Fatimah said, "Have you not announced that you are not ready to receive friends?” Khadijah replied, “Why should I?

I have missed you all so much and have been waiting for your visit since my arrival." Fatimah said, "Well someone said that your house was not fit yet for visitors." Khadijah was surprised and said, "Oh, dear! Since when have I cared for such trifles? How can you believe it?" Fatimah was pleased to hear this. She said, “Praise is to Allah! How happy I am to hear you say this! But such un-Islamic rumors should be stopped.

We are quite happy that you have begun your married life in harmony with your religious beliefs. We shall soon visit you, God willing." Khadijah warmly replied, “You are all welcome any time; the sooner, the better." The next morning Fatimah phoned the other sisters and told them of her proposed visit to Khadijah on that day. While she was thinking about telling her cousin, she heard her talking to her mother.

Fatimah went to her and asked her to join them, but her cousin said, “Oh, thank you, but..." Fatimah was surprised at her cousin's answer, and asked, “What is the matter with you? Didn't you say that you wanted to go with us?" Her cousin replied, “Yes, but it is clear that you do not want me to accompany you." Fatimah was amazed. “What makes you think so?" she asked. Her cousin answered, " How can you inform me of the visit on the same day?

How am I to get ready when I need at least two days to get anew dress and buy a nice present? Do you think I can go without a gift?" Fatimah said, “Not necessarily. A present can enhance friendship and is recommended in our religion. But buying a present should not cause financial strain. Otherwise, it seems as if it were a tax to be paid. A present can be something simple and still special.