For Meshoo

Submitted by Zella (United States), Aug 8, 2008 at 21:36

This man might have stolen your heart but he wasn't able to destroy your spirit. Those of us fortunate enough to be raised in western countries should thank God morning, noon, and night for our freedoms. Being able to express one's feelings is a freedom and a blessing. You are an intelligent woman and you asked many questions of this man and he was/is intimidated by your intelligence. Trust me, you would have lived in a house with very few if any windows and you wouldn't have been driving children to school either. You would not have gone outside without a male family member to escort you. You would also have been expected to convert to Islam and your husband would have told you how to dress. Weak people have an intense need to control others. You are strong. The man with whom you became involved is weak and will never change.

Sure, you feel sad and hurt but one day soon you will awaken and realize how lucky you are. Be kind to yourself and always be thankful that you are a free woman. Other women are not so lucky.

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