This World is Not Perfect!

[ArabianNights]

Originally Posted by Qsw

Sorry, I didn't mean to give off the impression that I know what it's like. I just am trying to say, I believe most Egyptians are disgusted by this behavior and want it to stop.

I hope one day it's a long gone problem, not for Egypt's sake, but for the sake of you who have to go through it.

I have asked this question many many many times. I yet do not have a definite answer. Where can I meet these normal Egyptian people?

[expatagogo]

Originally Posted by ArabianNights

I have asked this question many many many times. I yet do not have a definite answer. Where can I meet these normal Egyptian people?

Let me introduce you to my friends - normal, Egyptian, and most certainly decent people.

Really, they're out there, and I'd even venture to say the majority.

[CatMandoo]

Originally Posted by ArabianNights

I have asked this question many many many times. I yet do not have a definite answer. Where can I meet these normal Egyptian people?

Over a month ago, I gave you the name of a local Yahoo Group in Alex. A mixed group (Expats and Egyptians) of extremely nice ladies, most in your age group and who all live in Alex.

You said you sent a request to join the group, but I have yet to see one single post from you there, not even a small introduction or request to meet up for a coffee.

I know the Group Moderator, so please don't tell me you never received authorization.

[Qsw]

Originally Posted by MaidenScotland

I hope it changes for the sake of Egypt.. the good Egyptian people don't deserve this.

Thanks, its good to see how you and others are trying not to let this affect your perception of Egyptians as a whole. For everybody's sake, hopefully the problem will go away as soon as possible.

[ArabianNights]

Originally Posted by CatMandoo

Over a month ago, I gave you the name of a local Yahoo Group in Alex. A mixed group (Expats and Egyptians) of extremely nice ladies, most in your age group and who all live in Alex.

You said you sent a request to join the group, but I have yet to see one single post from you there, not even a small introduction or request to meet up for a coffee.

I know the Group Moderator, so please don't tell me you never received authorization.

I emailed her and she responded with some questions. I answered them (from Luxor) and I never heard back. I also now one girl in my class, whose mother apparently is part of this group. I was told that she must be busy,

[Qsw]

Originally Posted by MaidenScotland

Thank you but why you are telling me how to use a taxi is a mystery.. you where the one that was done not me.. I know how to use the taxis here.. i am an expert

I wasn't directing that at you, only those who would be reading and were inexperienced like I was, in dealing with taxis here. I'm sure you could help me learn as well, as I have from the others who've added in their advice

ArabianNights, I would offer to help, but I know how that would look on this forum. I think CatMandoo's suggestion would be a good place to start.

And, I just wanted to say, I once again feel terrible that this problem is so prevalent. Walking around with my female cousins, its extremely depressing that they can't walk on these streets alone, and that I can't simply enjoy a normal walk on the street with them, instead being constantly on the lookout for possible harassers. Almost always my fears are unfounded (no big incidents so far when I am with them), but I can see how horrible it can be for single women here, without the added layer of protection.

[CatMandoo]

Originally Posted by Qsw

And, I just wanted to say, I once again feel terrible that this problem is so prevalent. Walking around with my female cousins, its extremely depressing that they can't walk on these streets alone, and that I can't simply enjoy a normal walk on the street with them, instead being constantly on the lookout for possible harassers. Almost always my fears are unfounded (no big incidents so far when I am with them), but I can see how horrible it can be for single women here, without the added layer of protection.

As you have pointed out Qsw, and I will back that up with complaints I hear from my relatives who live here, this problem is not limited to foreign women. Color of hair, eyes, clothing worn etc. has little to do with it at all. What any foreign woman living here has gone through, most (applied liberally) Egyptian women have experienced equally if not worse.

[MaidenScotland]

Of course Egyptian women suffer no on has ever denied it but that doesn't make what happens to us any less troublesome yet until very very recently even on this forum people were denying it is a problem for Egyptians and foreigners. Hopefully now that is is accepted that it does happen something will be done about it.. for all womens safety and self respect

[Eco-Mariner]

A good poke in the eyes with your key works wonders.


Eco-Mariner.

[MaidenScotland]

Originally Posted by Eco-Mariner

A good poke in the eyes with your key works wonders.


Eco-Mariner.

but I don't want them that close!!