There you are! This draws on the best elements of story telling, Ruby. You are now "in" the story, sharing all of your younger feels and later understandings. There is not even a whiff of a stiff book report telling of the tale. There you are! I just love it!
Great allegory Ruby!!As you know having visited Dubai many times we too were captivated by the women in their differnt forms of dress! Well done to illustrate the wonder of the variety of coverings afforded women in the middle east from the innocent perspective of a young child! You are are atalented and gifted writer and it is a privilege to know you and your family!!Keep up the excellent work and enjoy your efforts!
Oh Ruby! I’m back enjoying our trip with you there!! The smells, the friendly people and all of us in the shop wearing burkas, the chanting… everything about that day. So special that we’ve had that experience. And you’ve done an amazing job sharing that feeling for others. Thank you ❤️
Ruby, what a perception of innocence you have woven into this story, helping us realize that the beauty that is seen through a child’s eyes can be so freeing and nonjudgmental. Thank you for this lovely story. ❤️
Thank you Ruby for your story. Experiencing cultures teaches so much. I have always lived in the USA. But my family traveled extensively when I was growing up. I am older and retired now. But my fondest memories and greatest lessons are from visiting various cultures.
that is a beautifully written essay! I have a friend who lived in Saudi Arabia with her husband for some years, and she found wearing a burqa liberating in that she didn't have to worry about what clothes she was wearing, or make up.
There you are! This draws on the best elements of story telling, Ruby. You are now "in" the story, sharing all of your younger feels and later understandings. There is not even a whiff of a stiff book report telling of the tale. There you are! I just love it!
Great allegory Ruby!!As you know having visited Dubai many times we too were captivated by the women in their differnt forms of dress! Well done to illustrate the wonder of the variety of coverings afforded women in the middle east from the innocent perspective of a young child! You are are atalented and gifted writer and it is a privilege to know you and your family!!Keep up the excellent work and enjoy your efforts!
John B
So we’ll written, Ruby! And, thank you for helping me see a new way of looking at the Burqa!
Oh Ruby! I’m back enjoying our trip with you there!! The smells, the friendly people and all of us in the shop wearing burkas, the chanting… everything about that day. So special that we’ve had that experience. And you’ve done an amazing job sharing that feeling for others. Thank you ❤️
Ruby, what a perception of innocence you have woven into this story, helping us realize that the beauty that is seen through a child’s eyes can be so freeing and nonjudgmental. Thank you for this lovely story. ❤️
Thank you Ruby for your story. Experiencing cultures teaches so much. I have always lived in the USA. But my family traveled extensively when I was growing up. I am older and retired now. But my fondest memories and greatest lessons are from visiting various cultures.
Absolutely fantastic writing. “Mascara lifted her eyelashes.” What an interesting thing to write! Beautiful story.
Wow! Beautiful and powerful. I love your perspective.
that is a beautifully written essay! I have a friend who lived in Saudi Arabia with her husband for some years, and she found wearing a burqa liberating in that she didn't have to worry about what clothes she was wearing, or make up.
Great to see you posting your wonderful stories again - thanks for sharing your insights!