Thanks to all who answered - I think I'm in love with an Egyptian Christian man

Submitted by Irish Christian (United Kingdom), Jan 29, 2008 at 05:15

Everyone who has read my story and commented, thank you.

Luigi, I'd just like to say I HAVE met him once back in June 2006 when I was on holiday with my boyfriend in Hurghada. We exchanged emails at the time but only started chatting on MSN a few weeks ago. Also he says I have to PROVE myself to be a good Christian before he would marry me. He knows I have no money as I'm still at University and I've openly told him I have money problems.

To be honest I think the rose tinted glasses are coming off and I'm starting to really understand what it would mean to be with him. I'm not a very religious person but if I was to be with him I would need to be a devout Christian. I'm not sure I'm ready to give up alcohol, certain clothes, male friends, a comfortable lifestyle compared to that of Egypt.

I think this whole thing has probably stemmed from my own insecurity as well and the feeling that being adored gives you.

I do now believe that he doesn't just want a visa and/or money but a wife with western looks and work ethic but very egyptian values. I dont think I can offer him that so I guess it's time to say goodbye.

I played it very cool yesterday, answering his texts with one word answers etc.

I then texted him to say "Im not the girl you want and need me to be." He replied saying "Now I realise everything. OK, take care, bye."

So now I guess that's it.

If anyone has any further comments please post.

Thanks again.

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