Monthly Archives: March 2022

Ashura

September 18, 2018 The Battle of Karbala occurred in the tenth of Muharram– the tenth day of the Islamic month of Muharram.  Husayn, grandson of Prophet Mohammed, was murdered during this battle. Most Muslims fast on this date, as well … Continue reading

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To Thine Own Self be True

Yesterday I was rummaging around my closet, looking for something, but I didn’t find it. I did find an old art project I’d done in high school, more than fifty years ago. The assignment was to choose a short phrase, … Continue reading

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Would I Return to Riyadh?

As the years pass, and my chances to return to the actual Riyadh remain firmly in front of me, I do not jump, and I do not plan. The actual Riyadh today holds little attraction for me. My one remaining … Continue reading

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