typing in all caps is so rude and uneccesary...when you have to yell, it means you don't want to listen..

Submitted by FARRAH (United States), Mar 22, 2009 at 19:24

Listen, okay I am so happy you were displayed like the Queen of England throughout Morocco. Meeting all of the people of the land. They're kissing your hand and telling you how lovely you are....

So, I will sweeten my words, just for you...

When you visit Muslim countries it is of most importance to show kindness and generosity to guest. They were doing what their culture dictates. Sadly, if you are not Muslim, and intend to marry , they consider you um, let's see...not quite the quality they are looking for. Your fiancee appeases them by promising $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$. And to one day marry the woman that they have chosen for him, long before you came along. In the back of their minds, once they are assured you do not understand a bit of Arabic/French they do not even call you by your name. Whore is a strong word for USA ears, but that is the general term they use for lady that goes out about town with men, without marriage.

Now, in my life experience, those that speak the truth, NEVER have to shout to have it heard. Not at all dismissing your wonderful experiences in Morocco...but why are you so angry?? Did I expose a sore point with you?? There is not a lot of money floating around Morocco. Jobs are scarce. I wonder how much he had to borrow to entertain you? You say you met his best friends ? They are your best source of the truth...so go ahead, ask them truly the sincerity of you finacee...they will tell you because they feel you will repay their candor . Also, notice your man in Morocco will NEVER allow you to get close w/one of their friends who speaks/understands English. There is a reason for that.

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