thefuturenow you are preaching to the converted, and you are not saying anything that I haven't already said before.

Mooge, this has nothing to do with clan, nor is there any evidence to suggest that these weapons will be transported to the ever elusive "terrorists" in Galgala. And it's highly ironic that you of all people should tell me: "don't be blinded by clan". I strive for the welfare of all Somali people. What this is about is a Somali 'state'/political entity saying no to interloping foreigners trying direct their actions, which is something that I wholeheartedly support. I invite you to join me in congratulating Somaliland's political leaders on this decision.

The arrogance of the UN and the interloping Ethiopians knows no bounds. Apparently they sent representatives to S/L and asked to inspect the ship that docked at Berbera, as though what we Somalis do at Berbera is any of their business. They are trying to control and instruct the democratically elected S/L government to serve their own needs... their arrogance is astounding. But it is reassuring that the Somaliland government firmly denied their request and said that they cannot inspect the ship or its content, as is the S/L government's prerogative. It is none of their business. I hope the S/L government sticks to this position and denies them any access. As reported by the treacherous Garowe Online: Somaliland's separatist administration in northwestern Somalia has denied UN Monitors access to Berbera seaport according to independent sources, Garowe Online reports. UN experts along with Ethiopian consular officials were refused entry into the port after a ship allegedly carrying weapons docked a few days ago. High-ranking officials in Somaliland government reportedly issued the order to bar visiting UN monitors from the seaport. Garowe Online was unable to reach UN experts for comments on the matter. http://www.garoweonline.com/page/show/post/1595/somalia-somaliland-denies-un-monitors-access-to-berbera-port

Serves them right. These kind of miscreants are the kind of people who give Somalis in the diaspora a bad name. Good riddance. How hard is it not to sell drugs or break the law? It is their own bad behaviour that lands them wherever they end up.

The last time I wrote anything in this thread, excluding my comments today, was quite a while back nearer the time when I was travelling. But the forum has been having glitches/issues ever since the re-branding/re-launch so its possible that's why you may not have seen some of my posts in this thread before. Galbeedi it was interesting to read your reflections, and you must be a fast reader to have read the whole thread already. What were the key things you learnt or took away from your visit.

Thanks Coofle, and your comment made me laugh. These Nigerians are very generous indeed

Galbeedi this thread is 3 years old now. I can't believe how quickly the time has gone, it feels like it was only yesterday. When did you visit the homeland? Was it recently?

I was just reading through this thread and I wondered if any member of SOL has recently gone back to the homeland? If so, I would love to hear about their experience.

AB how do you do Inaar?

Salaam all, hope you are keeping wel. It has been a while since I logged onto SOL and I was surprised that when I did, I noticed I had received a message from a fraudster/scammer on SOL by the name of "Katrina Kathleen". I assume there are probably other scammers in our midst here on SOL so just be careful saaxiibayaal. Her message read: Dear Friend,I am Miss. Kathleen kelhi,chief operating officer SG.SSB notify you amount US $14.5 million will relocate on your name as Foreign Business Partner and safe keeping, please email full names, direct telephone numbers, and home address,Your quick response will be highly appreciated. Contact private email address concern funds details:kathleenkkathleenk1@outlook.com orilhami1@rediffmail.com ,Yours sincerely,Miss. Kathleen kelhi

Dolomites mountains in Italy

Amalfi, Italy

Hong Kong waaberi

The Millau Viaduct

Guangzhou, China

Don't entangle yourself in other people's personal affairs/relationships, even if they are the very closest of people. People will be dishonest, manipulative and disingenuous to get their way in matters partaining to love. "Of all that is known, half is hidden".

People are like icebergs or rocks lodged in earth; you dont know how much, if any, is hidden below the surface.

Avoid people who cannot control or manage their anger because, as 'good'/intelligent/skilled/loyal they may be, they are bomb waiting to explode and in the end will turn out to be a definite liability.

Be grateful for what you do have, instead of being ungrateful for what you don't have. Life is precious. Time is precious. Experiences, memories and achievements are precious. And everything can be taken away in a moment, in a flash. So live life to the fullest and make a conscious effort to enjoy and be engaged in the present; don't live just for tomorrow or for a futurity that may never come.

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<cite> @Safferz said:</cite> I'm flattered OdaySomali, but I already have a date That's too bad 'cuz I do one mean dhaanto

Safferz if you need a date to this wedding, I might be able to make myself available, what d'y say!

I'naar I'm offended that you would think so low of me, as a child I was certainly not an alcoholic lol

<cite> @Safferz said:</cite> Asking for a friend... lol very good of you Safferz

I didn't think they still made them like this. This song sounds like it from the late 80's or early 90's. *wonders if Alicia Keys is single lol*