ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
Middle East and North AfricaSunday in MENA
Good morning and Happy Fathers day to all! The sun is gonna shine here today and I an not sure what we are gonna do yet. But my eyes are on that pool!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-21 11:45:00
Middle East and North AfricaMonday!!I
Morning Mena!

Jackie, HLM hope u both feel better
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-22 12:58:00
Middle East and North Africatuesday
QUOTE (Sandrila @ Jun 23 2009, 03:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Skerber....great news!

Livvie I hope you are on your way to recovery girlfriend! What, hubby going to Cairo without you? Aw....I hope you are well for that little excursion. Have you been there before?

Pumpkin, I will have to try that method the next time one of us gets the hiccups. Sounds like it works.

Turia you home yet?

Yeah Jeanne hubby has been living such a sedintary and unhealthy existence. It isn't an easy road either for most to quit bad habits and get into the healthy and fit lifestyle. I mean I am a personal trainer and he always asks me what to do but when I tell him he won't listen. You really have to crack down on alot of things but I think first, GET MOVING.
Burn more than you take in and cut back on those things you know you shouldn't have. Foods high in calories and fat...i.e. all those things we love devil.gif , excessive drinking of soft drinks, coffee (or too much cream/sugar in that), too much red meat and those extra starches like pasta and breads to start.
That alone isn't easy. His downfall is eating way too much and late at night. He comes in from work and is hungry.
Eating and sitting/sleeping is the worst.
Happy he wants to work out. He has gained since he arrived unsure.gif
My fault though because when he whines I feed him and I over induled him with all the American goodies since he got here blush.gif
Ok the vacation is over, time to get going, that with Ramadan coming I HOPE he will make progress.
He thinks that his smoking will be less once he becomes more busy and active. I hope that is true cuz I really worry about his health at this time.. he has quite a few strikes against him in the risk factor department sad.gif

hey! what's for dinner???? anyone, anyone



I am enjoying vacation so much I am staying til next tuesday. Seriously, I am homesick but I can't change my ticket and I needed this wonderful break. Can't wait to get home to hubby and tinker.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-23 15:21:00
Middle East and North Africatuesday
Good morning mena! I am not feeling my best. Sinus infection from he]] and my head is pounding so loud i can hear it. Have a good day! jackie, hope you feel better sis.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-23 12:34:00
Middle East and North AfricaHappy Wednesday!!
Morning. I don't think Calif. agrees with me. Now i am sick, not homesick, sick to stomache. I wanna go home crying.gif
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-24 12:34:00
Middle East and North AfricaThursday!!
Good morning! Going to Sea World today. Jackie, hope you feel better, I am still not at 100 percent. Have a good day.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-25 13:55:00
Middle East and North AfricaHAPPY BIRTHDAY , BRNI !
I'm sorry I am late but Happy Happy!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-26 14:32:00
Middle East and North AfricaSinger Michael Jackson dead at 50
Shocking! RIP MJ
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-26 12:31:00
Middle East and North AfricaSinger Michael Jackson dead at 50
Shocking! RIP MJ
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-26 09:05:00
Middle East and North AfricaTGIF
Morning mena!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-26 08:58:00
Middle East and North AfricaPrayers for one of our own
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Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-23 12:40:00
Middle East and North AfricaSaturday MENA June 27
Happy Caturday. And ha@py days to you Amanda!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-27 11:56:00
Middle East and North AfricaSunday in MENA-land
I second that motion!





QUOTE (Aymsgirl @ Jun 28 2009, 02:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Happy Sunday!!!

I also would like to say welcome to America Raad!! Congrats to Amanda on her hubby's arrival! As of now I haven't heard the word but still praying he is safely in her arms right now!


Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-28 02:07:00
Middle East and North AfricaMonday
Morning! Less than 24hrs and I will be home!!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-29 12:57:00
Middle East and North AfricaAre Muslims in America Unfriendly?
I am in a situation right now where I am the only one that don't speak arabic and that's all they are talking, I am so mad I could spit cause my husband says I am talking bad cause they are not including me so to say. I told him I'd he doesn't teach me arabic there would be he)) to pay!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-27 19:30:00
Middle East and North AfricaAre Muslims in America Unfriendly?
QUOTE (Sofiyya @ Jun 27 2009, 11:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ihavequestions @ Jun 26 2009, 11:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Bigbear @ Jun 26 2009, 11:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I was invited for dinner to one of their houses and my husband who can't speak Arabic! and he said while he was sitting with the men! they were speaking to each other in Arabic while he is just sitting there! That was RUDE! even in Islam the prophet said we should never do that!


This helped teach me to distinguish between classes in Egypt. Because of my work, I meet people from all social classes. Those from the upper classes NEVER leave me to sit and not understand. Instead, even if their English isn't perfect, they will speak English in order to include me. If it's not, and the group is speaking Arabic, someone will make sure I at least get a summary of the conversation, and they will frequently ask my opinion. People from the lower classes, even those who speak English on at least a basic level, NEVER do that. I'm certain that if you think about it and ask yourself where they come from, you'll agree with me that this was the reason behind it.


If you can speak a common language in a social setting, it is rude to speak Arabic or any other language in a social setting when it leaves anyone out. I know I've been doubted for not posting in Arabic on this board when Arabic was being posted to me, but I won't do it. There have been too many situations in and out of the US where the wives of western Arab friends are being left out of conversations and that is not only rude, but unIslamic. Many Arabs consider Arabic to be the language of God because it's the language of the Quran, but it's best to apply the Message of the Quran and demonstrate mercy and inclusiveness when dealing with people who intend no harm to you by not harmng them, as well.




that is what i told my husband but according to him, its their culture. I just think its plain rude.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-27 12:38:00
Middle East and North AfricaAre Muslims in America Unfriendly?
QUOTE (Staashi @ Jun 26 2009, 02:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Terri, where are you and who are you staying with?



I am in San Deigo by my BIL *nd SIL
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-26 16:12:00
Middle East and North AfricaAre Muslims in America Unfriendly?
I've observed over the past few weeks a difference in the areas that i have been. Some say salam others don't. My SIL always says salem to another woman. I also know from talking with her, it is harem for a woman to say salem to a strange man. Kamal very rarely will talk to someone without them talking first.

And as far as being the only person who don't speak or understand arabic in a conversation, this has been my life for over a week now-with little or no explanations.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-06-26 14:27:00
Middle East and North AfricaSummer Reading ~ sizzlin' favorites?
I just started reading Twilight!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-04 19:47:00
Middle East and North AfricaIt's July Fourth
Happy 4th! Just got back from Madison (another book sale), and am ready to just crash. I think Tinkerbell is not feeling well today! She isn't outside chasing her squirrels about! Have fun and be safe.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-04 15:04:00
Middle East and North AfricaMonday in MENAland
QUOTE (Nagishkaw @ Jul 6 2009, 08:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you everyone who offered kind words and condolences. I appreciate it very much.



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Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-06 20:41:00
Middle East and North AfricaMonday in MENAland
Morning!

Nagi-prayers are with you!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-06 11:27:00
Middle East and North AfricaGIRLS IN MY CIRCLE
Aw I like that!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-08 23:02:00
Middle East and North AfricaHAPPY HUMP DAY
When I went to Morocco to meet Kamal, he was not there. I waited for almost an hour after I got there til he came, and when I saw him I was just about ready to start crying. I was so happy when he finally did show up! I can't imagine that ever happeneing again, it was so scary!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-08 17:11:00
Middle East and North AfricaHAPPY HUMP DAY
QUOTE (ridasgirl @ Jul 8 2009, 01:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all

I made it safe and sound to Morocco after a few delays. My family was not there to greet me apparently because of a flat tire...luckily a few very nice people lent me their cell phones to investigate the matter...I was annoyed cuz I waited so long with all those men staring at me, but in the end, they came and all was forgiven. Anyway it is freaking HOT....do I am feeling ur pain for all of u over in this region! Lovin being with my honey............do its all good!!!!! Take care I will post pics in the next few days.

God Bless
Melynda




YaYYYYYYYYYYYYYYyy glad you made it girl!!! Miss ya!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-08 14:42:00
Middle East and North AfricaHAPPY HUMP DAY
Morning Mena. I am really sore today.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-08 09:10:00
Middle East and North Africaits Thursday already!
Jess, I am having one of those days today! I woke up to an asthma attack, i didn't get but 4 hours of sleep, my son has me ticked off, and am just waiting for hubby to do something stupid. Up side is I got a check in the mail for $101. for a refund i know nothing of. Gonna take it and run.......
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-09 14:30:00
Middle East and North Africaits Thursday already!
Morning Mena! I can't sleep so
I thought I would start the morning thread.

Have a good day.

Edited by Turia, 09 July 2009 - 01:30 AM.

Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-09 01:29:00
Middle East and North AfricaFRIDAY, JULY 10, 2009
Lexy this is for you rose.gif
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-10 14:56:00
Middle East and North AfricaSunday, early morning
Hi everyone! Kind of late in posting today but hubby and i didn't get out of bed til almost 1p.m. then we went down to the lake, my son is in a big fishing contest. Guess who i got to see? MY GRANDSON!!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

Now most of you who know me, knows I haven't been allowed to see my grandbaby since he was 2 weeks old and is now 3 months. OMG! Has he changed, it hurt so bad to not be allowed to hold him, but I got to see him, make him smile, and touch him. By weeks end i'm hoping my son will get that girl to allow me to hold him.

My day was made. But I don't know whats worse. Being able to not see him, or being able to see him and not hold him!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-12 18:33:00
Middle East and North AfricaManic MONDAY!
Morning Mena! Stayed home from work today, head is pounding really bad and I feel crappy! Hope you all have a good day!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-13 11:00:00
Middle East and North AfricaIt is official
Mabrook. I love it when I get a new sister.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-11 16:33:00
Middle East and North AfricaTuesday!
Morning Mena! Gotta take Kamal to dentist today
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-14 10:23:00
Middle East and North AfricaQuestions about vacations
Thanks for the info!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-15 13:43:00
Middle East and North AfricaQuestions about vacations
My husband claims that he needs a visa in order to go somewhere out of the states other than his own country. We are planning a vacation together and thought about Jamicia; he says he needs a visa to go there. Is there anyone here that would know if we went to another country if he needs this, even tho he has his 2 yr green card.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-14 20:03:00
Middle East and North AfricaWednesday!
QUOTE (~Flower~ @ Jul 15 2009, 02:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What thread?

Happy Hump Day.


Ya what thread?
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-15 15:09:00
Middle East and North AfricaWednesday!
WOW Whats with the VJ server, just now got on? Have a happy day!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-15 13:40:00
Middle East and North AfricaRise and shine! It's Thursday in MENA...
QUOTE (just_Jackie @ Jul 16 2009, 08:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I swear I want to see the look on Ibrahim's face when I come at him with 2 tubes of cream/oil and a explanation what we're gonna do with them and why.

I'm snortin coffee outta mah nose just thinking about it.

jJ rose.gif




TMI Jackie, TMI
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-16 20:51:00
Middle East and North AfricaRise and shine! It's Thursday in MENA...
Well I hope that man gets the maximum sentence possible!

I gave my wonderful son some good news today and now he is PO"d at me. Oh well, I told him I was gonna see an attorney about getting visitation to see my grandson! I'm not but I am contacting family court. I'm done with the stupid games.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-16 13:18:00
Middle East and North AfricaFriday!!!! Blast from the past!
Good morning mena!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2009-07-03 09:27:00