Tag Archives: Arabic Language

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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Reverse Culture Shock

Posted on April 1, 2009 by Marahm

Reverse Culture Shock {Also called “Reentry Shock”}  A few days ago, my cousin paid me a compliment. She said,”I think your years in the Middle East have caused you to lose touch with mainstream America.” I had been worried that I had … Continue reading →

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Ya Mamma, Ya Babba

Posted on March 22, 2009 by Marahm

Ya Mamma, Ya Babba When I read Bedu’s recent post, Saudi Arabia- Understanding Umm’s and Abu’s, I became inspired for this post. I suppose I should say it is a rant, but I am genuinely curious about how the following … Continue reading →

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Learning Tajweed, Part Five

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Marahm

 Learning Tajweed, Part Five My tenacity brought a big blessing. I inserted myself firmly into that madrassa, never missing a day, and always fully prepared for the lesson. I was surprised to discover that most of the ladies had no … Continue reading →

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Introduction to Arabic

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Marahm

  Before going to Saudi Arabia for the first time in 1986, I bought an Arabic phrase book with a cassette. The words to be learned were written in  both transliteration and Arabic script. Even then, I ignored the transliteration. What … Continue reading →

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