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Egypt: Info for driver needed inquiry:
To MCAN; I received your private message, but was unsuccessful in replying/responding. Please go to my profile for my email address so we can correspond a bit more directly and efficiently I am happy to help you locate the transportation services you inquired about. Thank you.
Egypt: Egyptians please help: Karkadé:
Karkade is a tea infusion made from crimson or deep magenta-coloured calyces of the Hibiscus sabdariffa flower. My Husband and I both love Karkade, often drinking it in herbal infusions, year around. You can find it and order it, just about everywhere in Egypt, but IMO (in my opinion) Koshary Shai, is probably still the no. 1 drink above Kakarde, at least in lower Egypt.
Egypt: Eygptian Arab Muslim and New Zealand Lady:
You won't like this honest, straight answer, but you did ask for advice, even if it's not what you want to hear. The question is, will you heed any good advice that is given? You already have the answer. You stated it yourself in your own closing comments; "I am fearful of being rejected. I don't want to marry a man whose family dislike me because it just wont work." You are right. It won't work. You have already been rejected by his Family. You stated it yourself. And if you haven't yet met his Mum and Sisters, It is realistic to believe, you aren't ever going to. You held back until the last to state it, but you already know what you should do. Will you act on the right choice? Trust your instincts, not your heart. Your heart likes the sweet, romantic notion that the connection you two made online, can become even stronger once you meet face to face. Wake up and smell the deception! Truth no. 1; You first need to be able to take care of yourself. If you are not in a stable and healthy enough mental, physical and emotional place to even care for yourself, you won't be able to take care of anyone else. You stated that you are not capable of doing that, and you stated you are not able to care for your own children. Truth no.2; Men are just little boys in grown up bodies. No matter how capable men are of taking care of business and providing for the home, the Wife will be expected to run everything in all aspects of the home. You also stated you are not up to that. It may be a hard truth to swallow, and accept when you have been deceived. But worse is that you sound like you are believing his lies. Or at least want to. Truth no. 3; If you are not being introduced to Sisters and Mom first, he has no good intentions toward you. Truth no. 4; If he is letting his Brothers see you on the webcam, (or any male relative or friend over the age of 12-15) and mutes the sound so you can not hear what he or they are saying, yet you see him smiling and laughing with them, he is disrespecting you, mocking you, and they are all having a good laugh at the expense of your feelings. Truth no.5; No one in any culture, in their right mind, puts children up to or allows youth to disrespect their elders and speak to them abusively. Your description of your bad and hurt feelings should be enough evidence for you to terminate the connection with him NOW. Truth no. 6; You will not have "missed out on what could have been wonderful." It was never going to be wonderful. If you are smart, you will end this abruptly and completely. Yes, even though it's painful and heart breaking when you think you really "made a connection." Truth no. 7; He made this connection with you full well knowing it was for his own evil intentions. He likely has planned to wear you down in time, and eventually get you to disrobe for him, and you would never know if the other men are in the room with him, when you think it is just the two of you. Truth no. 8; He has every intention to have sex with you when he plans to visit with you. He says what you want to hear, like staying in your Dad's room while he visits. Yeah, right. Truth no. 9; He has no intention of any long term meaningful relationship with you, once he gets what he wants. He will string you along for the fun of it, with no conscience or remorse about how it effects you emotionally or mentally. I am a Life Coach, and I have heard and known of many, many scenerios with this type of man, from every country on the globe. Truth no. 10; Egyptians men can be just as good and wonderful, and just as bad and corrupt, as every other man, any where, regardless of their origins, culture, religion, or country. If you are as smart as I think you are, you already know this is not a healthy relationship. It is not going to become real, nor is it ever going to be what you want it to be. He has already shown you all you need to see, that he is bad news for you, and you've heard all you need to hear, to know he is a liar and bad for your health. You are right. There is no future for this relationship. You asked for advise, several kind and caring people have given it to you. Now it is up to you. You will never be able to look back and say you were not warned, of you decide to pursue it any further. And you will be able to hold your head up feel good about your self, should you head all, including your own advice to yourself, to terminate, block this toxic relationship. Do yourself a huge favor, break away from this man now, and work toward your healthier future. Good luck to you always.
Egypt: Two Furnished apartments for rent from OWNER (Short / Long term):
I have communicated with and have met Usama face to face. I have even done business with him. My husband and I will, and do, recommend him for business to anyone looking for long or short term housing. He was honest, kind, helpful, informative, friendly, professional, and went out of his way and beyond for us, to see that both my husband and myself were happy and had all we needed. We rented apartments from him in Heliopolis, and in Roxy. We felt we got more than we payed for and have no regrets. We are happy to recommend Usama to anyone looking for short or long term housing. He is a wonderful person, and from what I know, a conscientious Family man. I have heard and seen others give great reviews, and for good reason. He has our personal endorsement, and we will recommend him to anyone who is looking for a place to stay in Egypt.
Egypt: reliable honest lawyer:
I can possibly help you find an honest and reliable Family Lawyer. My Husband has great connections, with honest and reliable lawyers in Cairo. But if you would prefer to private message me, with a little bit more detail, so he can help find you the right KIND of lawyer. Or, I can give you his cell phone number in Cairo, and you can speak to him privately and personally yourself. He will be happy to help how ever we can.
Egypt: hello everyone :):
The bottom line is, so to speak; When in doubt, DON'T! The fact that you admitted that you have had some doubt about the success of the eventual relationship and/or the sincerity of this man from the start, THAT right there should tell you what the outcome is going to be. No one in their healthy right mind wants another human being to be controlling and possessive, or to dominate over them. And you have repeatedly mentioned that this man is at the least, all of that. Everyone can not be wrong. Take the wise advice of those who were once where you are now. at the cross roards of making life altering decisions. They all know the end of the path that you are now on. They have been there, sadly, or had someone close to them make foolish choices, lead by their hearts. If you are smart, and I believe in you, that you could be, you will begin now and act on your common sense. Take another course, to better your own life first. Wait for a better relationship to come along, when your self confidence and self esteem is healthier. Loneliness is an evil bedfellow. Don't let it be the reason you desire this kind of man or relationship. Get your own life in order first, then think about a relationship later. Especially since you are actually still in one, as you are not even divorced yet! Please make no mistake about my intent here. I am not judging you. I am just like all the other caring people here. Trying to help you from making a poor choice. Here's to hoping you really think this all through rationally with clarity of mind. I wish you well, and hope you are always safe and find happiness in all the best places.
Egypt: Need to hire car/driver in Cairo for 1-2 days:
Did you find a driver? I understand how difficult it is to find someone. And especially who will not try to rip you off or end up ditching you or worse, a no show! I know of some good people, who can assist you at a reasonable price. Trustworthy, nice, and friendly people. Let me know if you need or want their information. I can get you on the right track, right away.
Egypt: looking for rental for one month:
You DID ask for advice. So keep an open mind when others offer advice. They are only trying to help. On this forum, you will find very nice, sensible, intelligent people. All who are caring and willing to share their knowledge and experiences with individuals as well as the group. Every once in a while, someone comes to this forum, asking for help or advice, and the RED FLAGS go up. Am I not correct fellow forum members? It is because we care, that we will often gladly give advice and suggestions. I have personally spoken with and met a few people on this forum (yes, in person) or also through email and skype, that have offered great information to me, been a great help to me, and I have also in turn, helped and shared information with others. I am an American citizen, and I AM married to an Egyptian, and I can tell you many important things you need to know, first hand. I have a feeling, there is a lot you are in need of knowing, before you go. You are welcome to contact me if I can be of any help.
Egypt: In Alexandria and need helpful advice please:
i flew into Cairo for the dozenth time to be here with my Husband of nearly 2 yrs. I arrived on June 30 and we came to Alex to get away together. my luggage was lost and did not arrive when i got here. I claimed it lost and they said they would contact me when it came. Since I had not yet been to Alex and did not yet know the address, I could not have them just deliver it. Since then, I have unsucessfully been able to contact the airline either on a website they gave me or a mobile phone or a land line. We have only a prepaid phone and have spent nearly all our money on prepaid minutes, trying to stay opn hold with them and not ever reaching a person. We do not have money to travel back and forth to the airport to see if the luggage even ever arrived. Almost all my clothes and many essentials (like soap) are in that bag The money we would have spent to eat and go do things has now been used up on prepaid cards for the phone,, etc. Anyone have any helpful suggestions? I have been inside this apartment for days and have yet to go out as I do not have my clothes and things I need. I have tried to contact others personally, but with no success. My Husband's Family in Cairo has not had any luck as well in finding any information from the airline as well. Anyone, please help! Thanks. It sucks being in such a place and not be able to see it and enjoy it because one does not have their things to be comfortable to move about. I don't wish this on anyone! Really helpful suggestions will be appreciated! Surely I can find a friend here on the forum that might be able to help!?
Egypt: Where to live, in Cairo?:
If I may, I would like to suggest you try Roxi/Heliopolis or Maadi, as these areas are full of expats, as well as lovely locals. I loved living in both areas. Best of both worlds. Lots of shopping in Roxi. Apartments are mostly all 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, or larger, in Cairo. 1 bedrooms are very difficult to come by unless you are renting a room, or sharing a villa with others. Cleanliness, location,( in relation to shopping or work.) Price, as well as size will also differ from place to place, neighborhood to neighborhood. (Just like anywhere else in the world.) Cleanliness matters to us all, but differs from place to place too. Nothing a little soap and water , mop, rag, and a little elbow grease can't fix. Please take my advice and from my various experiences. I have lived in grand apartments that sparkled, and looked like mini palaces. And moved into dirty ones with dust that seems as old as the pyramids, (which made the mop water blacker than tar.) But I made that modest apartment sparkle too, with just a little soap and water. Or you can always help out the economy, create a job, and hire and pay someone to clean it for you. Be generous when paying them. Most all Egyptians take pride in their work, and in their homes, no matter where they live, what the job, or the pay. They are wonderful people. Please treat them well, as they are sure to take great care of you.
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