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    Happy Thursday MENA!

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    I think the most important is don't expect too much right away. Don't expect everyone (kids, husband & you) to be bffs right away and if everything is smooth at first just prepare that things may come up later. Talk to your kids...really important. Ask them what they expect and what you expect as far as respect for your husband, the fact that he may not "get" slang or certain cultural things (dating, music, tv shows, friendships, sleep overs, etc.), prepare them for sleeping arrangements esp your little guy, this may seem small but, prep them for his accent (weird but even my kids having an Arab dad thought the husband's accent was funny), etc. Kids may think the accent is cute or funny but if they laugh about it, it may make your husband uncomfortable or insecure. Be sensitive about religious needs ie halal foods, washing up after using the toilet, perhaps animals in the home, shoe removal prior to entering the home, etc. These things may seem small but to some Arabs it's huge. Will you be getting him a cell phone? Will you do a family share plan? Explain these things since share plans are uncommon in Egypt. Can he drive? If not, will you be teaching him? Even if he can drive you'll still have to teach him about our rules of the road. Will he used public transportation? Get maps and bus schedules. He'll have to learn currency if he doesn't know already. I taped coins to paper and labled the coins and the amounts for my husband to practice. Take things as slowly as he wants. Honestly, it's like you're bringing a child here (if he hasn't been abroad before). You have to be very patient. Perhaps look into Arabic satellite channels but we aware...you'll be watching lots of Arabic shows so I hope you have more than one TV..hehe. But yeah prep your kids, really prep them even with small details. That will help them a lot. I believe they are the most affected and they're the most sensitive.

    Best of luck!

    Ladies I need ALLLLL YOUR TIPS. I am scared to death! LOL. Just tell me everything and anything you think would be helpful!

    Amen (F) to all the above, the list could go on & on ...

    Congrats to Betsey & good luck. May your hubby arrive safely!

    Turia - surprised your Dr didnt prescribe someting while waiting for results to come back. ope you hear from him soon, if headache persist, call him/her back.

    Morning MENA - have a blessed day! Its a sweater day here in upstate NY

    Take care (F)

    Monday - al-Ithnayn

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Happy late Monday MENA - been a few weeks since i've been on VJ (knee injury). Hubby spends some time doing info searches but he & my daughter are really both pc hogs!!

    Anywho hope all are doing OK and holding down the best they can in what ever way they can! :)

    Have a great start to the week everyone! (F)

    VJ-MENA meetup in Las Vegas?

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Sounds like a good time - Vegas is what you make it despite what it has to offer, I lived in Vegas & because its billed as one big playground, it gets a really bad rap. Many people forget that there are people who live, go to school & work in Vegas who DONT get into all of what Vegas to offer!

    Anywho - too close to the holiays for us - have fun for whoever does go! :star:

    Tuesday

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Happy Tuesday all & Happy 1st day of September - I love this month - its also my daughters birth month (tomorrow she'll be 15 & she's absolutely gorgeous!). Its also my hubbys birth month (27th) & its also the beginning of a very busy time - cheerleading started, football season, school, festivals, & much more!!

    Hope you & hubby have a special day planned!

    Take care everyone (F)

    Happy Tuesday MENA & Happy Birthday to my husband!!! :dance:

    hello everyone

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Hi & Welcome ot VJ! Sounds like there are lots of obstacles/hurdles to overcome & we wish you the best in your journey.

    am new to this forum,i just want to say assalamo alikoum wa ramadan karim to every body ,yes,am also going through the i212,i601 process and i look forward for some advice and little help

    FRIDAY!!!!!!!!

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Happy Friday afternoon MENA! Sorry to hear some are under the weather & that some are experiencing chilly weather.

    Someone mentioned Vegas - have a blast! :dance:

    Another MENA member received their visa - thats wonderful, Congratulations & blessings to you both! :thumbs::yes:

    Congrats JJ on making your sales goal - nice way to end the week! :yes:

    Nagi - Happy 1st & many many more! :)

    If I missed anyones happy news/celebration - apologies in advance & happy thoughts to you all (With so many posts, I'm really terrible with name ...)

    Last Friday of August ???? hmmm... thats really a bummer - sooo not ready for summer to wind down. My husband has complete control of the household chores this weekend - inside & out - as i'm on crutches & in a knee brace (very bad sprain) soooo this should prove to be a very interesting weekend :o:whistle:

    Take care everyone (F)

    Wednesday

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Happy Afternoon MENA! :star:

    Late connection for me but read up on the daily thread! Congrats to all those who have passed their interviews & are waiting on the visa now - the waiting is a pain but you passed, the hard part is over! Hope your all together really soon!

    Angie & Abed - very, very cute children :star:

    Take care everyone (F)

    MENA CR1/K3/K1 filers

    in Middle East and North Africa

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    Thats awesome of you Amanda ~ very inspirational to us all, keep us posted on this new journey! :star:

    Thanks ladies...made it through the first day. I am trying really hard. I did have to drink a little water at noon, but I made it from 4:30 am to 8 pm without eating....I think that is pretty good for my first time fasting.
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