This morning I went with Halima and Mami to the markets. What a PLACE! It sold all vegies, lamb and beef and goat's heads, which made me feel sick, spices and long arab dresses for women. One place sold arabic music and their stereo was playing full blast, adding yet another dimension to the atmosphere. All the women are covered from head to toe in a white burqa. Most only show one eye by folding the material over their other eye instead of under their chin. One such lady, who was huge, stood in front of me and stared at me with this one eye. Next she ran at me and I thought she was going to attack me, but it was only a burst of affection in the form of a hug that was so
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