A little bit of advice

Submitted by Egypt (Egypt), Sep 22, 2008 at 06:27

As a foriegner living in Egypt, i see this kind of thing all the time. Chances are has been using you to get money. Its complete nonsense that he can not go home. Families in Egypt are very close, whether you send them money or not, your family is always there.

I have noticed that the relationships that tend to work here, is with the men who are not in need of money, and offer to pay for everything, and want to look after you. Waiters, even in resort towns, live where i live (Sharm El Sheikh) do not get much moneu, maybe even at little as 600LE, also their language skills dont seem to be vary good, and causes problems.

think about why you are with this man. He will forever ask you for money. I have seen it. Young men marrying women in their 40s, and going from living in a cramped flat with 6 other men, to living in a clean apartment, with a car, and able to travel. Think about what this man has to offer you. Have you meet his family? most egyptian families prefer to meet any future in-laes to apporve of the marriage, they would never get married if their family didnt approve first.

good luck, i hope you come to the right desicion. xx

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