Ramadan is Coming: Watch Out!

So, in case you aren't a long-time reader of my blog (all 3 of you, who may have dropped to 1 this summer while I have been remiss in blogging), every Ramadan it seems I get hit by someone. Yep, my car has received various dents, bangs, and smooshes during Ramadan. Worse, the people that hit me aren't the least bit contrite about hitting me, causing me trouble, or anything. One said she forgave me (for her hitting me. Apparently I needed to be forgiven for getting in her way...). The other threatened to kill El 3atal for asking him to pay for the damage he caused. In Ramadan!

So for those who haven't experienced Ramadan, be extra vigilant when driving. Know that many of the people on the roads with you will not be paying any attention to what they are doing. They may hit you and are likely to not feel the least bit bad. If you are Christian (or foreign-looking) expect this to be doubly true. After all, as the guy last year said, "You don't know what it's like to fast." Clearly he's never heard of Lent...

So, here's me happy that at least most of Ramadan falls during the summer, so I can avoid going out much. And, sad that this time comes again and I'm unable to leave for its entirety. Maybe next year. Or the one after. Because for me, Ramadan is a time of inconvenience and annoyance marked by car accidents :(.

However, I hope all of my Muslim friends have a blessed and beautiful Ramadan season which reminds them of the meaning and beauty of the original message of Ramadan...

Sad Car Accident Season...