Response to Dora - why I am here

Submitted by Isis (Australia), Feb 14, 2009 at 06:23

My story is on here. In short - married to an Egyptian, very happy, didn't rush into it, sought advice, educated myself about Egyptian cutlure and Islam and I continue to do that. I was not born into Islam so the religion is not natural to me but it is his life. He's not a sweet talker and doesn't give unrealistic promises. He's educated and intelligent, honest and respected and has an adept talent for business. He respects and loves me and understands and accepts Western culture. Oh, yes - we didn't meet on the internet. The relationship has never been about a visa or money but more a bond and a connection that grew over time. (Can't wait to hear what Luigi says about that comment!)

So that is why I am on here in a nutshell - education takes in all apsects - the good and the bad.. Sorry i couldn't make my story sad, sorry and sinful. By comparison it's actually quite boring when you read someof the horror stories on here.

What's your story?

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