Be careful what you buy over the internet!

Submitted by Muslim Lover (United States), Jan 21, 2009 at 17:39

Let me start by saying that being in a relationship with a Moroccan Muslim is not easy for you or them. The cultural differences are very great. I know this because my love is Moroccan. We struggle everyday with cultural differences. Then, let me just say that his acceptance of your pagan goddess is suspect. Marriage to "followers of the book" or Old Testament is allowed but marriage to a pagan is forbidden. Y

ou should ask him about his sister as well. Ask to speak directly with her (since his parents teach languages she should be able to understand you.). If you are to be getting married, he should have no problem allowing you to speak with his family. If his family has restricted his sister from learning, you should definitely refrain from marrying him because he may have been raised to treat women as lesser than men.

Insist on webcam so you know who you're talking to. Also, ask him about his mother and his relationship with her. You can tell a lot about a man (Muslim or otherwise) by his relationship with his mother. Mohammed said you must always revere your mother first, second, and third then your father. If he does not follower this, do not accept him. Finally, and most importantly, beware of what you buy over the internet. You never know what you're getting until it has arrived. Once married, an abusive pr*ck can be difficult to rid yourself of.

Good Luck,
Muslim Lover

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