To Lucy

Submitted by Kerry (United Kingdom), Oct 6, 2007 at 16:18

I'm really glad you've got in touch Lucy, I felt as though I was the only one going through this.

No, not all men are the same and I don't think every turkish man treats their women badly, I don't believe that at all. There was one girl at our hotel who I use to see daily with one of the waiters from the bar, it was really sweet to see them together at the hotel and outside like a normal couple.

People always say follow your heart and it is a good thing to do but in this certain situation we need to use our heads as well as our hearts. It's a good sign in a way that he asked you to move to Turkey, kind of draws away the thought he might be after a green card, which is the fear in everyones mind when they meet someone abroad.

I talk to my turkish guy mainly through text, and whilst I try not to because of the costs, I can never help myself. He's so sweet and shy, he's too adorable to ignore.

I can understand your famailies worry, mine are the exact same and told me they would never accept him. But I'm tired of living my life to please them so whatever happens, happen. Your family are just worried because they might have heard a lot of bad gossip about muslim men and their ways with women.

If you ever want to talk Lucy about our situation feel free to email me.

Kawaii_kitty10@yahoo.co.uk

Hope all goes well for you =D

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