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Eid al-Fitr
by Bernard (a.k.a. Young) Foong
Thursday, July 24, 2014

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     Eid al-Fitr festivities at the Kosk Household - Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 1966.
A Harem Boy's Saga- Book I - Initiation; A memoir by Young.
www.aharemboysaga.com

An Excerpt:

 "When it is dark enough, you can see the stars."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Before I knew it, Eid ul-Fitr was upon us. Andy and I were up early to join the Household members for a hearty breaking of fast meal. Men, women and children ate together; it was a joyous celebration with well wishes of Eid Mubarak. The festivities lasted for three days. The first day of celebration was the most important. The Kosk’s big party would be held that evening in the grand ballroom. Servants, Abds and caterers were busily transforming the huge hall into a festive arena.

 

    Vendors delivered the finest cuts of meats, fresh herbs and vegetables, to the kitchen entrance. Florists arrived at 9:00 a.m. to decorate the house and gardens. Tents were erected and workmen built an open-air dance floor and podium for musicians and belly dancers who would provide the evening’s entertainment. Electricians set up fairy lights in the garden and gazebo. It seemed the Gods had taken a sparkling wand and waved it, turning the Kosk into a Magic Kingdom where Snow White, Cinderella, Princess Jasmine and all their Princes would feel right at home.

Makeover 

This was the day of the Kosk women's makeover debut. Professional beauticians provided facials and beauty treatments for the ladies while I checked accessories, shoes and clothes. As soon as each finished with hair and make-up, I helped them dress, detailing their ensembles. It was a considerable amount of work to style sixteen women in four hours. My enthusiasm more than made up for my lack of training as a professional stylist.

 

I absorbed everything with adolescent enthusiasm. The women and I were pleased with the results. Their husbands congratulated them on their beauty and style. I felt satisfied and happy that I had managed to bring more joy into their lives.

 

 

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