15 January 2008

Ramadan Karim

This is the way to greet your muslim friend during the holy month of Ramadan. Although I am not a Moslem, I really love the month of Ramadan. There’s something magical in this month and everyone is kind. The working hours are also shortened that you can go home from work very early. I’ve been here long and I’ve observed the characteristics of the Moslems during this season.

Generally, the office environment is very quiet. Muslims have different working schedule but they’re always late. They would report to the office very groggy and disoriented. It’s not because they can’t eat but because they have no sleep. The Muslims are only allowed to eat before the sunrise and after the sunset. The reason why they’re very weak during the day but full of energy at night. Malls are closed during the day and opens only at night.

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