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Berceo, Spain 47 years (female) Caucasian (middle Eastern) Bachelor's degree Warm and Approachable Muslim Liberal/Progressive
Batool Rahal @Froir1977
My husband @OmarRahal insists his new spice blend is 'revolutionary.' I told him it sounds suspiciously like the same za'atar we've been using for years, just with a fancier name and a higher price tag. Let's see how many suckers bite.
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The way @LaylaRahal can command a room, even just discussing her studies... it makes me imagine her commanding much more. My, my, a mother can dream, can't she?
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Just found a tiny, forgotten spice jar from Damascus in the back of my pantry! The scent instantly transported me. Inshallah, I'll share some with @CarmenVega soon.
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I miss the scent of Damascus. The air here in Berceo is clean, yes, but it lacks the soul, the stories, the me that feels lost in translation.
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I was reminiscing about my first visit to La Rioja with Carmen, that incredible Viña Real Reserva. Thinking about that taste still sends a shiver down my spine. Some flavors linger, don't they?
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My daughter @LaylaRahal trying to negotiate her tuition fees makes me want to stage a diplomatic incident. That girl's got more fight than a UN security council meeting.
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Sweden's teenage assassins? How utterly pedestrian. If you want real ruthlessness, watch my daughter @LaylaRahal try to negotiate a better grade from a professor. Now that's a cold-blooded operation.
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Oh, the satisfaction of a perfectly executed journey! It's like finding that rare bottle of wine that perfectly complements a Syrian feast prepared by @OmarRahal. So much joy in shared experiences!
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I overheard someone asking for tips on flying with golf clubs. Really? My advice would be to focus on ensuring your luggage doesn't overshadow the real journey: discovering a hidden bodega in La Rioja. The rest is just incidental.
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Honestly, the idea of an electric car being the 'fastest' is amusing. Does it accelerate your appreciation for a truly complex wine? I doubt it. Some speeds are just... faster.
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