November & December 1999
Guest List
The Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Seattle
C.E.O./President Muhammad Shabazz Farrakhan (Al-Islam) has
introduced an Islamic Religious House Resolution before the State
of Washington House and Senate. We are also introducing an
Islamic Economic Trade Bill January, 2000. Mr. Farrakhan is also
the C.E.O./President of the National Young Black Republicans and
C.E.O./President of International Development, Inc. manufacturing
prefab concrete steel studed stucco homes. He is the State of
Washington's number one Islamic political leader in the namve of
Islam.
Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Seattle <IslamicChamber@yahoo.com>
Bellevue, WA USA - Friday, December 31, 1999 at 12:42:42 (PST)
Are there any famous artists,scientists etc. from Ramallah
that we,students, in the States would recognize by name? This
question is for the president or anyone else who knows.
JAN NORMAN
Arlington, Va USA - Thursday, December 30, 1999 at 21:08:06 (PST)
KOOL SENAY OOH IN 2 SALMEEN!!!! JUST WANTED TO SAY HI TO
EVERYONE!! HAVE A SAFE, HEALTHY, AND HAPPY Y2K!!! C U AT THE
CONVENTION!!! LUV ANGIE
ANGIE <SHATRA1017@AOL.COM>
CHGO, IL - Wednesday, December 29, 1999 at 20:41:37 (PST)
I just wanted to say hi to all my cousins out there &
hope ya have a joyful happy new year*Y2k*
wwwwwwwwoooohoooo!....lol ....be ready 2000!
Amanda Zayid <EinALarab@aol.com>
Houston, Tx USA - Wednesday, December 29, 1999 at 11:45:49 (PST)
I just wanted to wish you all a safe and happy New Years.
Hope to see you all soon..take care
Jennifer Mashni <heliwa79@aol.com>
lexington, ky USA - Tuesday, December 28, 1999 at 19:09:57 (PST)
Melinda, the Mid Year Meeting is going to be in Michigan in
the year 2000, Correct me If I am wrong but I beleive the dates
are February 18-19. We hope to see you there. MARY, as I have
said before in a previous coment I left for u. I too am in a
similar stuation as you are in. But when you say you and your
family are active members and the people at your local club did
welcome u and you love then dearly then that tells me the feeling
that your have of not feeling welcomed is something you should
have to work out with yourself. It seems that everyone else has
tryed to make you feel welcomed but you are not seeing it. I'm
seriously not meaning to sound rude or anything. But the
information Miranda has stated is VAILD, and she never said YOU
could not be a member. she clearly stated that "only those
from Ramallah could be active members in their local club, on
voting issues, member activites and thing like that". Well
since you are a member of the Ramallah communtiy because of the
fact that your mother is from Ramallah, then you are a member. So
you can do things like that and no one ever said you couldn't. I
am also sorry you feel like you aren't welcomed into the Ramallah
family. Because you shouldn't feel like that. Sincerly, Jennifer
Jennifer <PLObudta>
Detroit, MI USA - Tuesday, December 28, 1999 at 08:36:23 (PST)
This is my message for the new year to all Ramallah people
and everyone who reads this. Please Please, I implore you to
drive safely and celebrate the New year inteligently. I prey that
no harm will come to anyone. I want all the families to celebrate
in happiness. Love to all
suzan <sarab1952
@hotmail.com>
uniondale , ny USA - Monday, December 27, 1999 at 15:29:39 (PST)
This Ramallah website is GREAT!!!
Samer Ahwal <samer@staff.cellmania.com>
Belmont, CA USA - Monday, December 27, 1999 at 15:24:21 (PST)
Hi guys. Seems like the issue of "being from
Ramallah" and "not being from Ramallah" comes up
way too much in this guestbook. Is there some sort of guideline
to being from Ramallah? (Example:If only your mom's grandma's
uncle's daddy is from Ramallah, but your dad's grandpa's auntie's
mommy isn't from Ramallah, then I'm sorry, your not from
Ramallah).I'll quit the sarcasm..but come on you guys...give it
up.This issue of "being from Ramallah or not" is
getting ridiculous.
Sarah K.
Jacksonville, FL USA - Monday, December 27, 1999 at 00:38:38
(PST)
Once again the mid yr meeting is gonna be held over here in
Michigan!!!! Everyone should try to come visit our lovely state..
Miranda, Lora & Sophia I love you guys. Hope to see you all
soon..
Tina Shukeireh
Livonia, MI USA - Sunday, December 26, 1999 at 23:14:57 (PST)
Hello to all of my bro./sis.'s from Ramallah, and
everywhere else. I know I've been missed, and I apologize for not
writing, SO here I<-- am, Wishing you all a very merry Christmas (<--a lil late), a safe, and Happy New Year. I hope all of your dreams come true in 2000 ( i hope mine do too!). GOOD LUCK SALAM. Nejad Eqal
Nejad N Eqal <Ksnovaa@aol.com
>
Chicago!!, ILL USA - Sunday, December 26, 1999 at 15:00:09 (PST)
Mary, if you wanted to prove some sort of point, then why
didn't you just say so. How old are you anyways??? Writing on a
website asking for peoples opinions, then trying to "prove
some sort of point" later on is not what this guestbook is
intended for. I'm sure I can speak for a lot of people when I say
everyone is welcome into the club. But on issues such as what I
was speaking about, I know from first hand knowledge. Maybe its
different in your state, but here, that is how our club run
things. So before anyone tries to contradict someones valid
information, I advise those to do some research. No pointing
fingers and no pun intended. I'm dropping this issue,and leaving
it at this. Again, I apologize for trying to respond to your
original addition to the website. I was simply trying to be nice.
As I always do!! ~~Much Love to my PLObudta,Lola hunny, Tina, and
Sophia!!! Yall are my girls ---Peace out: Miranda
Miranda Bateh <Shuggah427>
Jax, Fl USA - Sunday, December 26, 1999 at 10:25:35 (PST)
Miranda Thanks you for "trying to be nice." Also,
thank you for proving my point. I am an ACTIVE member in my local
club, and I do VOTE on ALL issues concerning the club. My sisters
have also been on the board and they have held positions such as
secretary etc... The members of my club and community make me
feel very welcomed and I love them all dearly. Yet, think about
why a small part of me does not feel welcomed? Its because of
comments simular to yours, such as; that I can not be an active
member in my local club. Im sorry to say that is not VALID
information, because Im living proof. Im not only proud to be a
Palestinian but I am also proud to be from Ramallah. Also, I
never said that I felt "out of place" those are your
words(or Edward Saids) not mine. By the way that is a very good
book, I had no idea that it has been nominated for The New Yorker
Readers Choice Adward, Thank you Betty for the website.
Mary
ca USA - Friday, December 24, 1999 at 23:01:03 (PST)
Marhaba! I just wanted to wish everyone a very Merry
Christmas and a very happy, safe and prosperous New Year!
Judy Dahu <dahu@gmi.net>
Clarksdale, MS USA - Friday, December 24, 1999 at 20:38:11 (PST)
Could someone please tell me where the Mid-Year Meeting is
and what the dates are for it?
Melinda
TX USA - Friday, December 24, 1999 at 13:09:00 (PST)
Salam!...just stoped in to wish everyone a very merry
christmas and a wonderful happy New Year 2000!!! take care:)
Suzie Zayid <Belle0082@aol.com>
Houston , TX USA - Friday, December 24, 1999 at 09:13:23 (PST)
Just wanted to wish everyone a very MERRY CHRISTMAS, and a
wonderful NEW YEAR! Be safe and be careful.
MAHA FARIS <AHAM529@AOL.COM>
DETROIT, MI USA - Thursday, December 23, 1999 at 20:27:39 (PST)
Dear President Misleh, With all due respect, your sincere
Christmas letter regarding strengthening our ties to our homeland
totally contradicts itself. If it is true that Project Hope will
be during the school year again this year, I would like to
express my great disappointment into what Project Hope has been
focused towards. If it is still intended for the youth to return
to their parents' homeland to experience what their culture comes
from and to give back to their heritage, then by all means these
dates (April 19 - May 4) do not represent that. However, if it's
geared towards "young adults," -- that meaning recent
college graduates -- then I think Project Hope is only
half-fulfilled. I agree that these young adults should be a part
of it in order to give back to their community by employing their
skills. However, you say for your self that "everyone must
be involved;" moreover, your mention that "we are lucky
to have so many opportunities." Who is "we"? You
grown-ups? You grown ups who've probably either immigrated to the
US or grew up with parents who are immigrants? Well, the times
are different...there is a new generation out there: probably
barely speak Arabic, probably only see Ramallah through their
grandparents' eyes, and probably believe they're American,
instead of Arab-American...trust me, i know. With more and more
Ramallahite teenagers lacking the Arab values our parents and
grandparents have tried to instill in us, it is the most crucial
time for them to let them see for themselves what their culture
is all about. Project Hope was one of the most amazing times in
my life;not only did I experience what life was like, but I've
also grown more aware of my heritage and culture. It breaks my
heart that you are denying this to others my age. I've told so
many other youth my age about this program and how wonderful it
is...now they're as disappointed as I am that they have to wait
until they can afford a 3 week paid vacation from their work. I
will try everything in my power to have Project Hope postponed
until August, and I think my father, George, will listen to me.
And, Please don't tell me that the logistics will be very
hard...because I know they aren't. Sincerely, Paul George Saba
Paul George Saba <psaba@umich.edu>
Livonia , Mi USA - Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 22:53:22 (PST)
To Sami Shayeb, JR I don't know you. But, I did want to say
Congratulations on your marriage. Hope you have a long and happy
life together.
JAN NORMAN
ARLINGTON, Va USA - Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 20:39:51
(PST)
With all due respect Mary...You have exactly what I say
correct. I was trying to be nice to you...I felt as if I was. If
you feel out of place,well then, I'm terribly sorry. But
everything I said in my guestbook entry was VALID information. If
you feel that I'm wrong...well then I'd like to clarify things
with you. Only those FROM ramallah could be active members in
their local clubs. ON voting issues, and member activities and
things like that. Sorry if you took what I said offensively but
habibty honestly I was trying to make you feel welcome to the
Ramallah Family. As I do everyone else... I love you
all...Salam....Miranda Bateh.
Miranda Bateh <Shuggah427>
Jax, FL USA - Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 19:58:00 (PST)
With the holidays fast approaching, it is important for us
to take note of all the good in our lives. We are fortunate to
live in a country with so many benefits and freedoms. We are
lucky to have so many opportunities. We are most fortunate,
however, to have the capacity to realize that we have the best of
two worlds we have all of the benefits of living in the United
States but, more importantly, we have all of the benefits of
being Palestinians. As Ramallites, we have a strong and important
heritage. We have tradition and custom that will forever enhance
those of our adopted home. Most importantly, we have the ability
to make sure that we keep these ties to our homeland strong.
Through commitment and perseverance to this cause, our lives, and
the lives of our children and grandchildren will be full of
promise. Our future is tied to our past; appreciating where we
come from, learning from what we've been through and wanting to
move forward are all key to our success as a people. It is my
hope that as we enter the new millennium we will all come
together young and old, men and women to strengthen our already
strong links to our homeland. Everyone must be involved. We
cannot make things better without input. Please be involved. A
good way for you to do this is to join me on my Project Hope Trip
this spring. The dates for the trip are April 19 through May 4.
It is a wonderful opportunity for you to see your homeland;
whether it is for the first time or the hundredth time makes no
difference. I wish you all a safe and happy Christmas and a
joyous New Year. Husam Hanna Misleh, President American
Federation of Ramallah, Palestine
Husam isleh <Hmisleh@aol.com>
Vienna, Va USA - Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 10:25:50 (PST)
Lora Eadeh-comment on your 11/27 message and my last
message to you. The Washington Post article is from 12/17/99 pg.
A4. The Palestinian woman pictured is an activist named Sumaya
Farhat-Naser. The name of the conference was "Women Waging
Peace".110 women were present at the conference.They are a
"global link aimed to shape policies". It is
encouraging and comforting to see the women's wish for peace in
their lives can transcend the wars, and hatred they have grown up
with. Courageous.
JAN NORMAN
Arlington, Va USA - Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 21:29:53 (PST)
HELLO TO ALL MY COUSINS AROUND THE COUNTRY.I AM NOW MARRIED
TO A WONDERFUL GIRL FROM BACK HOME IN PALESTINE.WE ARE JUST
WAITING FOR HER VISA SO WE CAN BE TOGETHER HER AND TO CELEBRATE
OUR MARRIAGE.HER NAME IS DENISE AND SHE IS THE SWEETEST.WE LOOK
FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL. LOVE ,PEACE ,AND HAPPINESS !!!!!!
Sami Saliba Shayeb JR.
SILVER SPRING, MD USA - Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 10:14:36
(PST)
I want to wish all my new friends a HAPPY HOLIDAY.
Peace,Love, and good health in the new millenium.
JAN NORMAN
Arlington, Va USA - Monday, December 20, 1999 at 11:57:15 (PST)
Lora Eadeh-response to your 11/27 message. Excellent
comment about how the middle east needs feminism. You wonder if
it will ever happen. A conference recently took place in Boston,
Mass.Think it was called Women Making Changes. They have started
their organization up on the internet. They are women from all
over the world especially war areas and they got together to
discuss how to put humanity back into the lives of their families
and land. I saw the article in the Washington Post about two days
ago. The picture showed a Palestinian woman speaking to the
crowd. I will have to try to locate the actual name of the
conference but it is the same name of their organization.They
encourage women the world over to open dialogue and try to bring
about Peace in their lands which includes addressing the issues
of degradation against women. Peace.
JAN NORMAN
Arlington, Va USA - Monday, December 20, 1999 at 11:54:30 (PST)
Hello everyone. I just wanted to wish you all a Merry
Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year!!
Diane <Diawood@aol.com>
Long Island, NY USA - Monday, December 20, 1999 at 11:54:29 (PST)
Miranda when you say, "... only that person from
Ramallah can be an active member." What do you mean by
that??? I can never be an active member, because only my mom is
from ramallah and my father is not??? If a Ramallah man marry's a
woman, who is not from Ramallah, she can be an active member, and
her children can also be active memebers, yet if a Ramallah woman
marry's a man who is not from ramallah her husband and children
can not be active members?????? Is that what you are saying? With
all due respect if that is true, where do you get this
information from?
Mary
ca USA - Sunday, December 19, 1999 at 21:44:28 (PST)
Kul Am Wentom Salemen Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Hope to see you in Orlando.
John N. Eadeh
North Wales, PA USA - Saturday, December 18, 1999 at 17:51:49
(PST)
looking for nassar s. nejad last known address, V.A.
hospital Honor Heights dr. muskogee oklahoma.may contact at
mrstonecutter@hotmail.com I have 35,000$ for him or next of kin
robert l. bentham <mrstonecutter@hotmail.com>
victoria, ks USA - Saturday, December 18, 1999 at 12:03:51 (PST)
Mary, I totally understand what you are going through. I'm
in the same situation as you are in. My mom is from Ramallah but
my dad is from Alquds. Even though they're both from Palestine
and I'm 100% Palestinian I use to feel sorta the same way. I
never grew up around any Ramallah people. I only started knowing
them about 4 years ago. But when I first started joiing the
Ramallah club I felt the exact same way u do. But as I starting
knowing more people and becoming active in anything the Ramallah
club and the Federation had I felt more welcomed. I don't know
how it is in Cali but I know sometimes here in Mich the younger
and older people tend to stick to clicks that they have. The only
have things for the same people and never like to include new
people. But they don't mean it. Trust me Mary they are not going
to judge u just because your dad is not from Ramallah. You can
join any Federation and your local club activities just as long
as your are from Ramallah in some sort of way, like Miranda from
Jax said in her comment. But it doesn't help when your not
active. I don't know active the club is in Cali but if it is
active I tell u the best thing u can do is join in and have fun,
start going to the conventions, any parties they have. Cuz you
will meet people from all over and even become close to a lot of
them. Hope it works out for u. If u need anything u can always
E-mail me at PLObudta@aol.com. Shouts out to Shuggah, Lolaaaa,
Juj, Fussfuss, Big L, Shorty, and all my firnends from all over.
Hope to see you guys either at the Mid year or the Convention.
Love ya Butta
Jennifer <PLObudta>
Detroit, MI USA - Friday, December 17, 1999 at 15:18:56 (PST)
Happy holidays everyone. For those that are into
Palestinian music, check out this web site
http://www.phelesteen.net/songsoffreedom This is a great
collection of Palestinian songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Please
note that a large percentage of what is earned from the CDs goes
for a not-for-profit and NGO, the Palestinian Hemophilia
Association (http://www.phelesteen.net/hemophilia), This
organization is concerned with hundreds of blood disorder
patients in our beloved Palestine, who are handicapped and dying
because of lack of expensive medication and medical support. So
your purchase goes towards a good cause, and rebuilds the
emphastructure of our Holy land. If you wish to donate to the PHA
without purchasing the CD, please e-mail me and I'll be happy to
direct you on how to do so as well.
Amjad Jadallah
<jjadallah@sprynet.com>
Detroit, MI USA - Wednesday, December 15, 1999 at 04:28:28 (PST)
HELLO PEOPLE, JUST WANTED TO SAY HI TO ALL MY COUSINS OUT
THERE. I JUST GOT BACK FROM RAMALLAH THIS SUMMER, THE BEST CITY
IN THE WORLD WE SHOULD BE PROUD TO CARRY OUR RAMALLAH NAMES. I
WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE A MERRY CHRISTMAS IN CELEBRATING THE
BIRTH OF CHRIST. KUL SINEH WA INTOO SALMEEN. PEACE RAMALLAH
PRINCESS
MARIA <MARIAMTY19@AOL.COM>
SAN FRANCISCOC, CA USA - Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 18:38:07
(PST)
Mary, I can't understand why you feel that way. I know you
may have your reasons but... The Ramallah Family, regardless of
where you live or who you marry, if ONE parent is from Ramallah,
then that person and the whole family should be welcomed with
OPEN arms to any club. The only difference is, only that person
from Ramallah can be an ACTIVE MEMBER. If your local Ramallah
club is making you feel uncomfortable or somewhat cold
shouldering, then it is an issue you should address to the
President of that organization. Whether your min Ramallah through
the mother or the father side, your are always welcome! Don't
ever feel that your not. I hate to hear that. Email some of us on
here...I'm sure that you will get a better understanding of the
Ramallah Family and what we're here to do, not what we're here to
not to do. What we are not to do is disclude anyone! I hope what
I said makes you feel more comfortable. Hope to hear from you
soon Miranda Bateh =)
Miranda Bateh <Shuggah427@aol.com>
Jax, Fl USA - Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 12:20:00 (PST)
Hello to all. I wanted to notify members of our community
of a unique chance we have to increase Arab-American visibility
in the United States. Edward Said's memoir "Out of
Place" has been nominated for The New Yorker Reader's Choice
Award for Nonfiction. I believe this is the first time a
narrative about being a Palestinian has attracted this much
acclaim and attention. You can vote for "Out of Place"
by going to the website http://www.surveyplace.com/tny/ It takes
less than a minute to complete the survey. This is a quick and
easy way to support the members of the Arab-American community's
artistic and intellectual achievements.
Betty Shamieh <betty.shamieh@yale.edu>
USA - Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 09:04:03 (PST)
I do like read the Ramlah Web,and impresswed what the fine
contain, I hope, I could get furthaer information and invitation
to join your Islamic largest organization in America. Have good
fasting Ramadhan, Thank's.
T. Farlian <dpwpk@hotmail.com>
Aceh, Indonesia - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 22:41:45 (PST)
CORRECTION: You cannot get into the AOL rammallah chats if
u arent an aol member.
Patrick J. Qatsha
USA - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 20:10:04 (PST)
To everyone out there taking finals, I just wanna say good
luck!!!! And also that I am SICK OF STUDYING.....ahhhh. Sorry, I
needed to vent that. Oh yeah, I feel much better. But anyway,
have a great Christmas break everyone. Oh by the way, you cannot
get into the Ramallah chats on aol if u arent an aol member.
Patrick J. Qatsha <Tubyullah@aol.com>
MI USA - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 20:09:02 (PST)
To Mary from CA. I am not sure why you feel that way!!! You
can join the Ramallah Federation and/or your local club and be
part of our AFRP family. It doesn't matter which parent is from
Ramallah.
Jim Ajlouny <ajlouny9@idt.net>
Troy, MI USA - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 17:29:40 (PST)
Why is it that i feel i am not really part of the ramallah
family? My mother is from ramallah and my father is not, although
i am 100% arab, and from palestine.Am I the only one?
mary
ca USA - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 11:50:44 (PST)
Hey -- I have lurked here a few times and finally decided
to post. I'll be sure to check it out every so often and see if
any hot topics are being discussed. If any cousins are out there,
I'd love to hear from you!
Andrea Eadeh Wills <wills2000@home.com>
Ellicott City, MD USA - Sunday, December 12, 1999 at 17:34:55
(PST)
How in the heck are yall. Oh, I just thought Id drop a line
in this ole guestbook thing. It's a mighty fine website. Im also
known to many as: Moose, Moosedaddy, camelbaba, Don Corleone,
bubba, rusty, and Cordell walker.
Mike "bubba" Mousa, pronounced "mewsa" by
some of the rednecks here. <Moose1128@aol.com>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Thursday, December 09, 1999 at 14:31:10
(PST)
HEY I'M GLAD TO SEE THAT YOU ARE ALL GETTING THE LINK TO
THE RAMALLAH CHAT ROOM I CREATED FOR YOU ALL ON AOL. BETWEEN
PATRICK AND I, I HOPE THAT WE CAN REACH AS MANY OF YOU OUT THERE
AS POSSIBLE... PLZ CONTACT EITHER OF US IF YOU DO NOT ALREADY
HAVE THE PRIVATE LINK!! HAPPY CHATTING!
JoAnn <xjujux@aol.com>
cleveland, oh USA - Friday, December 03, 1999 at 17:08:50 (PST)
I am pleased to announce that last night was very
successful in the Ramallah Chat on AOL. Many people came to chat.
If anyone needs the link, just e-mail me for it.
Patrick J. Qatsha <Tubyullah@aol.com>
MI USA - Thursday, December 02, 1999 at 14:17:33 (PST)
AOL now has a PRIVATE Ramallah chat room. Simply click on
the People icon on the AOL toolbar, then click Find a Chat, Enter
a Private Chat, and finally type in Ramallah and beging chatting.
It is just up to us to populate that room. So, Patrick and
everyone else please feel welcome...
Steven Nasir <snasir73@yahoo.com>
Fairfax, VA USA - Wednesday, December 01, 1999 at 14:26:52 (PST)
Diane- I totally agree with your comment about Arabs being
so concerned on what people will say...well in this situation-
the parents were worried about people talking about their
daughter who-gasp... God forbid- talked to a guy- well NOW we are
all talking about them killing their daughter- lets think about
that one. Diane- I think that's a great topic of discussion-how
far should we really worry about what people will say when we
make our decisions in life- these "people" we are
worried about is often times- our own Ramallah family. I would
love to hear what everyone has to say about this one. I
personally think our concern for what others will think should be
extremely limited. We should spend more time concerned with
making ourselves better people rather than trying to please those
who don't even know the circumstances of our lives for any basis
to judge us on. But I'm really interested in hearing what others
have to say. Pat- I think an exclusive chat is a great idea!
Deena <sharaka145@aol.com>
jax, fl USA - Wednesday, December 01, 1999 at 12:44:31 (PST)
I beleive a year ago or maybe more, there was actually an
organized Ramallah chat on AOL. And I still have it on my
favorite places, but people just stopped going. Or the ones that
would go there were the trouble-makers. Just spread the word
around that there is going to be one up again...if enough people
want it.It seems easier than the afrp Ramallah chat .Later-- S.A.
S.A.
Houston, USA - Wednesday, December 01, 1999 at 08:03:34 (PST)
Hey, this is to all the people who are on AOL. Instead of
us all going to different generic arab chats, I think someone
should organize certain times if the week to have Ramallah chat
on AOL. As i am sure anyone who had aol knows....it is very user
friendly when it comes to chat rooms. I would do it myself, but i
dont have the time. I tried going to that Ramallah chat organized
by the federation and no one was ever there. I think if the aol
Ramallah chat were done properly, it could be big. So who wants
to do it??? IF no one does....nothing gained nothing lost. See
you all at the convention.
Patrick J. Qatsha <Tubyullah@aol.com>
MI USA - Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 13:49:46 (PST)
Hey guys..I don't know, I just can't believe that the
parent's weren't even concenred about their daughter. That's
what's wrong with arabs today...they always worry about what
people have to say and how you've disgraced the family. YADA YADA
YADA!! You'll always here talk regardless if your good or bad.
These people lost their daughter all because she spoke to some
guy. Honestly, how dumb does that sound. It think it's selfish on
the parent's part b/c all they really cared about was themselves
and losing respect from others. Well there goes my 2 cents lol. I
hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving. Later guys.
Diane <Diawood>
Long Island, NY USA - Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 09:55:28
(PST)
I agree with Caring from ohio, it is one thing to joke
around about women like most men do in the arab culture EX: women
should not work just cook and men just make the money but it is
just not right to take it that far to take the life of a human
being over somthing so samll like talking to guys even if it was
worse and she was sleeping with them or whatever she should just
be talked to or mabye taken away form thoes people well i guess
some people just dont think things through and that is what gets
them into trouble. I belive that these man should be put in jail
and sent to a shrink! mabye that will straighten them out this is
just my 2 cents i dont mean to offend anyone but if i did then i
am sorry and please let me know. Thank you. P.S i agree with Pat,
Paul, and Deena they have a good "PLAN!" LOL.
Justin Ayoub <Fustin@aol.com>
Plymouth, USA - Monday, November 29, 1999 at 11:58:28 (PST)
I agree-this guestbook needs a nice heated argument- what
if I were to say I agree with what happened to the girl who was
murdered for her innocense? Would that get people going? Maybe-
but dont worry, I'm not. I have a question for thoes of you who
know about this case- what ever happened to the murder/fiance of
this poor girl? What ever the foreign tradition may be,Honor
killing or not- here in the United States we like to call these
situations COLD BLOODED MURDER!! I really hope justice was served
here and that such people will shed their extreme ignorance and
end this peverse violence.
Deena <sharaka145@aol.com>
jax, fl USA - Sunday, November 28, 1999 at 20:12:06 (PST)
To Caring- and all others who agree. It is a shame that
happened and I realize the parents don't want to disgrace the
family name, but to me..it seems like the family name is already
disgraced and the person(s) responsible for disgracing their name
is the parents themselves. No concern for the daughter???? Well,
to me, that just seems like disgrace alltogether. What kind of
family is that? God be with all those who suffer tragedies like
this. And to the family who disgraced themselves--Allah Ma'ak.
Cuz yall are gonna need Him! Thanks for listenin guyz--love much
always...Shout outs to My Budta Jennifer, Lolaloola LoraHunny,
Sophia cuz yall know my haboola, and My cookie monster
Tuntoonie... =) LOVE YOU ALL Duece!
Miranda Bateh <Shuggah427@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Sunday, November 28, 1999 at 16:47:05
(PST)
i would please like to know the dates for the federation
trip to ramallah in 2000. last year, there was just one trip
taken at the end of march through the middle of april. i want to
know the dates for 2000 and if there is a separate project hope
trip planned. thank you very much!
mary
USA - Sunday, November 28, 1999 at 14:58:58 (PST)
To Caring, I do agree with you....and what you have
described sounds like an honor killing where the family feels
disgraced by their daughter so they think if she is dead, they
would be better off. I hear this happens quite commonly in some
areas of the Middle East. I hope that these people can open their
hearts and minds.
Jen <Jenfr18@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, November 27, 1999 at 21:03:04 (PST)
This goes to "caring" from Cleveland, Yea I heard
about what happened to Methal, she was sort of an
acquaintance....it is sooo harram, she was also engaged to the
person who killed her. Her parents didn't care one bit. That's
only one case of a woman being murdered because she supposivley
harmed the family name, women in the middle east, are brutalized
and subjected to shocking treatments every day because of their
natural desires. While men can indulge in polygamy, the woman is
condemned to absolute truth. I guess thats the way it goes,
feminism is the only thing that will get these women equal
rights, doubt that will ever happen.
Lora Eadeh <LoLaLooLa@aol.com>
Cleveland, Oh USA - Saturday, November 27, 1999 at 14:43:56 (PST)
I have great news! I just spoke with my father regarding
the unfair dates of next year's project hope (april 15-may 1) and
he informed me that Project hope will be in early August!!!!!!
Since he is the travel and accomadations organizer, he knows
what's up. I'm really glad it has been changed, otherwise i
would've raised HELL at the convention! To anyone who is
interested in participating: DO IT!!! It is a trip you will never
forget!!!!!!! I joined it two years ago and it has changed my
life! I plan to join it this year since Lebanon is on the
itinerary!!!! If any of you have any questions, feel free to
email me! (p.s. i agree with pat....let's get some controversial
topic in here: the peanut..it's neither a pea nor a nut...discuss
amongst yourselves...)
Paul Saba <psaba@umich.edu>
Ann Arbor, Mi USA - Thursday, November 25, 1999 at 12:24:56 (PST)
Here is something that I would like to here some opinions
on....I believe it was last year when a young 19 year old girl
died on the cold streets of Cleveland. The girl, Methal Dayem,
was murdered by her cousins. They were upset because she had
brooken an engagement off with one of them. The boys said that
she used to hang out with other guys, which they did not like.
Altough i believe these boys are guilty and should be jailed,
Methal's parents don't feel the same way. When the boys were
taken by the police, Methal's parents stood outside the
courthouse with signs asking to free there nephews. What really
upsets me is that they killed her and no one cared. They were too
busy worring about Methal being a disgrace to her family because
she talked to boys. What kind of people are they? Do they not
have a heart? Do they no care for their dead daughter? Am I the
only one who feels so strong and disgraced by these acts of
violation? If I have offended anyone i apologize but I just want
to know how others feel.
Caring
Cleveland, Ohio USA - Wednesday, November 24, 1999 at 20:56:39
(PST)
I would like to wish all of you a safe and Happy Holiday!
Kul sana wa into salmeen...special hello"s to Jennifer<
JoAnn <
Cleveland, OH USA - Wednesday, November 24, 1999 at 19:10:17
(PST)
Very good work.I'm palestinian and studing in
Germany/Frankfurt Mit freundlichen GrŸssen. Ayman
Ayman Kullab <Ayman.Kullab@tg.fh-giessen.de>
Khanyounis, palestine - Wednesday, November 24, 1999 at 01:06:43
(PST)
We are a Palestinian/Arabic Folklore Dance Troupe seeking
to make cultural bridges around the world and to remind our
fellow Arab Americans that even though they live abroad from
their original home, they shouldn't forget their culture and
heritage. We would like to encourage others to get involved in
the Arab community, whether artistically, politically, or
religiously. Visit our website to learn more about us, and if you
live in the Houston area, then you may be able to join us in our
mission to revive the Arabic cultural spirit. Good luck to all,
and God Bless.
Zahrat Al Mada'en Folkloric Dance
Troupe <ZAMFDT99@aol.com>
Houston, TX USA - Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 22:17:46 (PST)
I think it's really unfortunate that project hope will take
place during school time. I was really looking forward to going
back home this summer and it's really sad to hear that project
hope will have to go on at a time when most of the youth, whom
this project is primarily intended for, will not be able to
attend. anyway allah ma3koom and have a great trip
Amal Harb <amalharb@acsu.buffalo.edu>
Buffalo, NY USA - Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 17:51:04 (PST)
We are very proud of our heritage and would like to be more
involved with our organization, the AFRP
Renda & Nasir Al Margieh <CurlyXena@aol.com>
Spring Hill, FL USA - Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 16:31:47
(PST)
Marhaba everyone! How's everyone? I agree with
Patrick(congrats on winning the essay contest) and I think this
guestbook needs some spice added to it. Annyywhhoo baby
boo's.......this guestbook needs a controversal topic where we
can all bicker at eachother....thats always fun. Shoutouts to all
my cousins here in Cleveland.
Lora Eadeh <LoLaLooLa@aol.com>
Cleveland, OH USA - Sunday, November 21, 1999 at 15:02:36 (PST)
Hey Patrick. Perhaps I could talk about Dabka and Arabic
Culture again...lol...I'm sure that would liven up the guestbook
again. (just kidding) Take care..God Bless
Salwa A.
(Zahrat Al Mada'en Folkloric Dance Troupe) <Shazarr79@aol.com>
Houston, TX USA - Friday, November 19, 1999 at 18:45:46 (PST)
Patrick, I agree with you. This guestbook is just something
people look at when they are bored, it's not like it use to be.
Maybe there is something we can do to make it better. Anyone with
suggestions, write the guestbook with them.
Maha Faris <aham529@aol.com>
Detroit, Mi USA - Thursday, November 18, 1999 at 19:14:44 (PST)
Can I just say, and this isn't meant to be a negative
comment, but this guestbook just doesnt have the drama it used to
have. People used to come and debate valid topics over this
guestbook. And sometimes tempers flared, but it was always in
good fun. There was such a wide variety of opinions, it was
always fun to read. But now, well it seems that so much vitality
has been lost. Oh well, i guess thats the way it goes.
Patrick J. Qatsha <Tubyullah@aol.com>
MI USA - Wednesday, November 17, 1999 at 14:13:20 (PST)
For the many who emailed me re: IBDAA' and the Dheisheh
website - the correct and accessible site is
www.geocities.com/CapitolHill/9836/dheisheh/index.html IF for
some reason you can't connect -do a web search from most engines
under "DHEISHEH." Enjoy and thanks for your time.
Athena Sahourieh <EmailAthena@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, November 13, 1999 at 11:45:59 (PST)
Hello everyone from Ramallah. I was wondering if anyone
knows about my family and how they are faring. Any information
would be useful, and anyone from my family, please reply to
beidas@uiuc.edu, or if you have information pertaining to them.
Thank you very much. Shadi Beidas
Shadi Beidas
<beidas@uiuc.edu>
Urbana, IL USA - Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 23:40:29 (PST)
pat i agree!
Justin Ayoub <Fustin23@aol.com>
USA - Monday, November 08, 1999 at 18:00:00 (PST)
Hello and Marhaba to all Ramallah Americans as well as all
Arab Americans in general. This website has become a great
success for the AFRP, however more needs to be done in order to
encourage the newer MTV and internet generations to become
involved in AFRP affairs. Otherwise it will all be forgotten and
lost for good. To all the young people under 21 out there, become
active in your area. Help your local club in doing fundraising or
party/meeting planning. To all that have done so already, keep up
the good work!
John Saah
Silver Spring, Md USA - Monday, November 08, 1999 at 01:06:26
(PST)
Hey guys..just wanted to say hello to everyone. Hope your
all doing well. Bye :)
Diane
Long Island, NY USA - Friday, November 05, 1999 at 11:53:57 (PST)
I think a really nice addition to this website would be if, when u get to the opening page (home page) Wan Ah Ramal