Like most people I know I'm not happy with the choice of president, but I am still behind supporting whoever won. We have time for real democratic elections in 5 years when and if insha Allah this government works. But is it just me or is 5 years an awfully long time for a transitional government? I think Somaliland should be the last thing we worry about. There is plenty to do in the other regions to begin with, besides, we have seen enough bloodshed. I think Mogadishu should remain the capital, always has been and always will be.

Interesting topic, I used to be the number one supporter for daycare. Whilst I don't dispute the notion of putting your children in daycare, I would properbly try my utter best to avoid it. I would definately be a stay-at-home mum until my kids have reached school age of 5. Who says they can´t learn about independence and social behaviour? It all depends on how a mum disciplins her children and what she teaches them. As for playing with other kids, what about siblings or neighbours or friends they meet in park? And who says you waste all your education? Once your are qualified no one can take that away from you, so what if you have to take a break for 5, or 7 or even 10 years? Like it was said earlier, there is no point in having children if you are not willing to sacrefice a few goals of your own otheriwse don't have them no one is gonna ask you why you didn't have kids on Judgement day. We need to move away from this whole mentality whereby society views a housewife as incompetent or an inconvineint position to be in. I think she properly does the most important job of all.

We are not alone in feeling sickended by this. No matter how uncomfortable and sick these images make us feel I am glad they are out in the open. Torture is nothing new for the US, they probably do it on their own soil. The only reason they are making big fuss about it is because they were found out, not because of the actions. They like to make it sound like isolated cases but it's much more systematic than that. I started off feeling sorry for them then I just grew angrier and angrier. Why didn't the soldiers fight? The most probable thing that could happen to them is that they would get shot, big deal? What they experienced is worse than death. If they were true muslims they would not fear death. Secondly, it is their own Arab 'brotherly' neighbours who helped America build bases around Iraq so they could fight them. There is no way on earth that the US could have occupied them had the other Arab nations refused. And I do agree with Ngonge, the same torture goes on in muslim countries. Not even one single demonstration in a Middle Eastern contry, its sickening. I have no sympathy for any of them, they should rise up against their tyranical governments. As for western notions of 'democray', its our way our hit he high way. Or you can always select democracy via torture and bombing. God has nothing to do with it, its human beings. Many of you are acting like you have just woken up from a mass deception, just what it is. They are all babarians held together by man made laws. Going around the world to 'civalize'.

I think parents know that if they ban it or not their kids will do it behind their back, so they might as well know. even if you are the most religious of people you are bound to find someone you like, and how you go about that depends on how you understand your deen. I don't see anything wrong with getting to know someone, meeting up in public places. Allah know's what's in your heart and we all know 'boyfriend' isnt the same thing in somali as it is in English. Take it easy, and yes there is no way on earth I would lie about it to my parents, I'm 23 not 15, why shoudl I?

Hmmm, Yellow roses or waterlilies every saturday morning. Love letters, that can't be too much to ask!

More sweeping genaralising comments about gender roles, yawn yawn. I don't think you can blame men for causing past wars, we only think that way because men have had the chance to participate in wars, whilst women didn't. It's as if to say that if we had more women leaders in the past in times of war we would be less likely to engage in wars. I find that highly unlikely. I mean look at people like Condalisa Rice, granted there is only so much she can do in male dominated area but still. Or Margret Tatcher during the falkans war?

Actually, if there are many opposition groups against this ban on wearing a scarf to school. If they haven't noticed by now, France has the largest Muslim (and Jewish) community in Europe. The real problem is that birth rates in Europe are dropping and there are a high level of immigrants. French people may feel threated by this, there some people who talking about a Europe of the future in which whites will be a minority. Also, this is a country in which a National Front party wa elected by a large section of the population. All over Europe far right extremists are gaining more power in politics. The situation could get explosive in the future, especially since the media criminalizes immigrants on a daily basis. The real threat to them is the lack of 'Frenchness' in wearing a scarf. Ever wonderd why no one calls blond german people migrants in France? The wearing of Xijab is very visible. They are currently fighting in Rotterdam (Holland) to stop a mosque that is being build to look 'less islamic', as in no islamic architecture. You can see where they are going with all these remarks...

Well, good luck to her but unfortunatley she lives in Zürich which is in Austria, where they are most likely to be interested in 6 foot blondes. Its just an overview and anyone who wants to book her.

Let's put the question of marrying someone religious aside for a minute because what I consider religious the next person might not. I think there is an important difference between FAITH and RELIGION which people are not considering, although some people have implied it. Religion being the practicalities and guidance that one must follow. But faith is a sincere believe and love for God. An overwehlming feeling that overcomes you ,that you can feel with your heart,soul and mind. A feeling that you just KNOW something greater than all this exists. And that is the most beautiful thing of it all, and it certainly doesn't depend on how you dress.

Well you can all go ahead and make lists but have you ever noticed that people who fit the list are incredibly boring? And that you find a person that is so opposite to you so perfect? What about chemistry? All I'm saying is don't be dissapointed because you all forget that you can't choose who you fall in love with, nor can you change fate.

Originally posted by underdog: Ism't it like two sides of the same coin...these days in order to saty true to your tradition you sorta have to be a modern superwoman....

hey i love the colours, i definatley think white is the way to go. because it gives the illusion of lots of space. i also think it has a lot to do with accessories. i think white and black is classy but white and a dark background just looks tacky. the best is just white and maybe a little carmel or grey throw. as to white and kids not mixing, why not just get a playroom or play area? solves the problem, you shouldnt choose your furniture with kids that are not even born yet in mind.

I don't think training to kill another human being is the best way to pay for your university fees, even if you don't actually get to kill anyone To me the idea of pysically going through the phases (eg.'training') is sick, disgusting and immoral. How can you be trained to do such a thing, the whole concept behind a soldier is to ultimatley use his/her weapon and kill. I don't care for all that protecting and shit. The idea that war brings peace is even more absurd. You should only be going to fight if your life's threatened. It's you decision and you don't need anybody's advice but just make sure you can live with it. Don't be so sure that you won't be send to fight, this world is becoming increasingly unstable.

I think this sounds quiet serious. First, I don't think the police can actually do anything unless that person has hurt you or your property in any way. They will most likely say it's a free country, you can go and wait outside any parking space whether it be your house or someone elses. And they have no proof that you didn't give him the number, although I'm sure you didn't. I had a guy who used to follow me around for about a year, but it was harmless, he soon got tired and gave up when we moved. Clown, I'm shocked you think she should give this guy a chance. Clearly she has told this man in plain language to leave her alone. The girl plans to get married. Why should she give other guys a chance? Would you like it if your girl went off with another guy when your wedding is approaching? NO means NO. Modesty, I strongly advice you to change your number, and to inform a friend about the situation. . I don't think 'putting your life on hold' is a safe attitude. Why don't you have girlfriends sleep over for a while or sleep over at their house. Or better yet invite a cousin or brother or sister to stay with you for a while. Basically, anything to keep you safe. Remember that it is a lot harder to attack or approach 2 people.

I ended up with a dog in holland eating grapefruit.

I'm a daydreamer or dreamer in general.

Hey no disrespect but I prefer a taller dude. Simply because I myself am tall. I guess I'm just drawn to tall guys.