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Did you go to your high school prom?

Share some details. I’m very nosy. 👃
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Miram · 31-35, F
I graduated younger than most. There wasn't a prom but a ceremony was held during which they gifted the top students of excellent scores: televisions, computers and trips to other countries.

Everyone's parents were present except mine.

It was national. There were only two other females.

I got to shake Abdelaziz Bouteflika's Hands, the Algerian president. And had a hug from some woman that smelt of sweat.
Mrsbetweenfatandfit · 26-30, F
@Miram were your parents alive?
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Miram · 31-35, F
@Mrsbetweenfatandfit Yes. They are traditional and religious.
Miram · 31-35, F
Mrsbetweenfatandfit · 26-30, F
@Miram what would that have to do with them coming to support their child’s achievements? I’m not sure I understand
Miram · 31-35, F
@Mrsbetweenfatandfit

In the Sunni sect of Islam, Salafism, you are not supposed to behave against your parents will unless their will contradicts the teachings in the religion. They preferred I finish a non secular education path. Going against that , and against an arranged marriage besides other things that happened meant not living with them anymore.
Mrsbetweenfatandfit · 26-30, F
@Miram while I am sorry for the separation and damage to your relationship with them. I hope you are proud of what you worked for, even if they cannot be. You are pretty awesome
Miram · 31-35, F
@Mrsbetweenfatandfit I think the greatest journey there is would be striving to let love flow through us instead of pain, anger and hatred. It is more than an achievement. I see it in you.

It took me a long time to start freeing myself from my past. But I am doing it and that is something to be proud of ❤ with the help of many even the smallest gestures.
Mrsbetweenfatandfit · 26-30, F
@Miram rare are people like you. I’m happy to have met you here 😌
Miram · 31-35, F
@Mrsbetweenfatandfit The pleasure is all mine .