The Ruby Red Oranges by Youssuf El-Kalay Asalamu Aliakom Wa Rahmat Allahu Wa Barakatu. Welcome back to Egyptian Tales. This week's story will be short but the lesson learned will be great Insha'Allah. We seem to have a lack of forgiveness between ourselves. I hope that this story will shed some light on what I am trying to bring across Insha'Allah.
Many people still purchase their groceries in open air markets.
To those of us who live in the West, it may seem awkward but it is a part of everyday life in Egypt. Often times a buyer will develop a rapport with the seller, and become a special customer. It's a lot different than walking into your local grocery store, purchasing some fruit and walking out. Usually it's the seller that picks out the produce for you. Unfortunately a lot of the fruit that is picked doesn't always stay in great condition, especially from the harshness of the summer heat.