Category Archives: Home Life

Learning to Say, “Yes.”

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Marahm

Growing up, I was taught to obey. My father’s favorite words, when talking about child-rearing, were, “Discipline!” and “Obedience!” I was expected to say not only, “Yes,” but, “Yes,” with a smile, or at least with no expression of displeasure. … Continue reading →

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Another Hallmark Occasion

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Marahm

Today is Mother’s Day. I am blessed to still have a healthy, in-her-right-mind, ninety-one year old mother with whom I live and share household duties and expenses. For many years now she has refused gifts, citing her plethora of possessions, … Continue reading →

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A Few Surprises

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Marahm

Nearly one year has passed since I’ve retired, and I haven’t travelled. I’d imagined that I would have gone at least to Italy by now, if not Riyadh, but I’ve become settled and even complacent.  Sharon and I still talk … Continue reading →

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Physiology for a Five-Year-Old

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Marahm

My grandson Hasan wanted to spend the night with me, so I picked him up on my way home from work. We played on the computer,  constructed a model car together, watched a little television,  brushed our teeth and put … Continue reading →

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Sweet Hasan, and Why I Work

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Marahm

A few weeks ago, while visiting my grandson, he said, “Stay with me, Gramma. Don’t go to work tomorrow.” “I have to go to work,” I replied. “I’d love to stay with you, but tomorrow is a work day, and … Continue reading →

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No Pooping on My Property!

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Marahm

Yesterday morning, I noticed a man lingering at the end of my driveway. I went to the door for a better look, and saw that he held a leash, at the end of which a little dog was poking its … Continue reading →

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Gaining Weight During Ramadan

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Marahm

Oh-oh! I’m about to suggest something no one wants to admit— that it’s easier to gain weight in Ramadan than during any other month of the year. Perhaps I should qualify that statement, for those readers who are quick to say, … Continue reading →

Posted in Home Life, Ramadan, Saudi Arabia | 18 Comments

Relish, Sauce, or Chutney?

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Marahm

My mother, sister and her husband are football fans and Tea Party Republicans. As far as they lean to the right, I lean to the left, and they know it. By virtue of numbers, however, they feel no restraint in … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Home Life, Life, Politics, Religion | 10 Comments

Apples for Eating, Apples for Cooking

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Marahm

When leaves turn yellow, red and orange, and the temperature dips, I look forward to buying apples from one of the area orchards. I love eating apples, but only if they are crisp, sweet and juicy; my favorites are organic … Continue reading →

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Caught in the Betrayal of Fate

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Marahm

Monday, July 19, 2010 Caught in the Betrayal of Fate My daughter’s doctor called her and her husband to come in for an immediate appointment regarding a prenatal test that indicated something could be wrong with the new baby. She’s … Continue reading →

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