Tag Archives: covering

Wearing my Faith on my Head

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Marahm

Women were not allowed to choose whether to cover or not in Saudi Arabia. In other countries, however, the practice became a personal choice. As such, women needed to give some thought to whether or not they would cover when outside the Kingdom, … 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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The Best of Both Worlds, Perhaps?

Posted on February 23, 2009 by Marahm

The Best of Both Worlds, Perhaps? Twenty years ago, handfuls Saudi university students started graduating with a B.S. in  Medical Technology. They came to KFSH for their clinical internship, and I was fortunate to have initiated a few of them … Continue reading →

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Cover! Cover! Cover! A Sort of Quiz

Posted on August 14, 2008 by Marahm

Cover! Cover! Cover! A Sort of Quiz This post does not address the Islamic requirement for hair-covering, or lack thereof, (face covering could be included by extension). It’s about the emotions, reactions, and the psychological meaning of the practice. Covering, … Continue reading →

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