tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post7039840197604836652..comments2024-03-11T12:49:08.014+03:00Comments on SUSIE of ARABIA: Double ParkedSusie of Arabiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13315336613944665651noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-90896661139745571462010-08-05T07:17:55.990+03:002010-08-05T07:17:55.990+03:00i dnt think its a big deal either. sumtimes i feel...i dnt think its a big deal either. sumtimes i feel its unfair for banning women not 2 drive. im lucky dat im malaysian and able 2 to driveFafa Lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02888612427349079478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-78064757018084960542010-08-04T21:32:51.182+03:002010-08-04T21:32:51.182+03:00Good job! I would like to think I would do the sa...Good job! I would like to think I would do the same thing, but my honest reaction would probably be to have someone else do it (in this case your son).<br />It is funny because it probably took my husband 6 months after coming from Saudi to get used to holding hands and stuff in public with me (when we first were dating)! It's interesting what people are scared of- HE thinks it's SO bad/odd how scared Americans are of the police! That is, myself and my friends will watch for them while driving and certainly would never make any gestures or say anything that could be 'misinterpreted' by the police officer...Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06168750409901638238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-80670021421989966082010-07-22T20:28:01.074+03:002010-07-22T20:28:01.074+03:00Hi Susie
I dont htink its a big deal but I could s...Hi Susie<br />I dont htink its a big deal but I could see how it IS a big deal when put in context and I applaud you for doing it.<br /><br />I just have a question though: why is it that you were sitting in the backseat and Adam presumably int he passenger seat? Is that a law that you have to follow, or are you just more comofortable there or what? I'm curious.Mayssehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17715451110756488684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-29487657444319606672010-07-08T01:58:42.219+03:002010-07-08T01:58:42.219+03:00Has anyone noticed that it's not the saudi wom...Has anyone noticed that it's not the saudi women for the most part who ever complain about these things on your blogs.It's always western people or expats, so <br />can you understand that it's their culture ,their land and westerns views are not welcome.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-20739093894504279612010-07-07T13:27:41.223+03:002010-07-07T13:27:41.223+03:00Good for you, Susie! Anywhere else in the world i...Good for you, Susie! Anywhere else in the world it would be your husband who had done something illegal! Only in Saudi can people park anywhere/anyway they want (as in your photos) and not get a ticket and yet a woman cannot get behind the wheel. <br /><br />Judy from ThuwalJudynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-84198576432594959042010-07-05T16:58:08.276+03:002010-07-05T16:58:08.276+03:00I don't think it's all that big of a deal ...I don't think it's all that big of a deal but God forbid you get an overzealous muttawah who wants to show off his cojones. It's simply ridiculous that a woman cannot drive there when in fact many Muslim drive in MUSLIM countries. LORD! Secretly though am glad you did.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-55644591217274000662010-07-04T06:36:56.388+03:002010-07-04T06:36:56.388+03:00So what are the consequences if a woman drives? W...So what are the consequences if a woman drives? What could have happened if the morality police, or criminal police, or whoever has authority, came along? Would you have been arrested? Where would they take you? Trial? Fine? Lashes? Stoning? Deportation? What could realistically happen? That's a possible topic for a blog post.Ilsehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09055254564640587182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-33962923123161341682010-07-02T11:42:14.653+03:002010-07-02T11:42:14.653+03:00I agree that it shouldn't be a big deal, excep...I agree that it shouldn't be a big deal, except that you've chosen to live in a country where this IS a big deal. While you didn't do anything wrong, I wouldn't put your safety (and your son's) at risk for the convenience of other people. Men, in particular. Let them stomp and complain about the car. You just shrug. Maybe that will make them think twice about their stupid laws.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-15687022798064222052010-07-01T13:50:51.807+03:002010-07-01T13:50:51.807+03:00I once drove a porsche in central Riyadh (quiet ne...I once drove a porsche in central Riyadh (quiet neighborhood0 in the middle of the night in my abaya! passed by a police car but they didn't notice a thing.ejaz14357http://www.livetv.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-15140651710949767102010-07-01T03:42:45.166+03:002010-07-01T03:42:45.166+03:00This comment has been removed by the author.Laylahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09517032571160920075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-64373282111190946742010-06-30T00:46:38.721+03:002010-06-30T00:46:38.721+03:00Hi Susie,
I just found your blog. It is fascinat...Hi Susie,<br /><br />I just found your blog. It is fascinating to read.<br /><br />I have just started reading a book on Muhammad. I know nothing on the Islamic faith and love what I am reading in my book. It's truly such a beautiful religion. <br /><br />I admire you for what you write and for the life that you choose to live.<br /><br /><br />SalaamMelissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17149490578032892476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-80761157479352157862010-06-28T20:28:36.995+03:002010-06-28T20:28:36.995+03:00Hope this news is a joke...
http://www.qatarlivin...Hope this news is a joke...<br /><br />http://www.qatarliving.com/node/1119871Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-88653239223208777832010-06-28T11:15:53.923+03:002010-06-28T11:15:53.923+03:00Recently I watched an interview with the crown pri...Recently I watched an interview with the crown prince of saudi arabia on the bbc, and according to him there is no such law that a woman is prohibited from driving a vehicle. However he did mention that it is the wish of the majority of men in the kingdom that women do not drive, based more on culture and tradition than religion.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-12490318164014147562010-06-27T17:24:36.035+03:002010-06-27T17:24:36.035+03:00You have no Idea How big the smile on my face is r...You have no Idea How big the smile on my face is right now XD. I gotta say that is one of the best things I have read in a long time. I remember being double parked on so many occasions and having to call over and over again to get someone back to the car. Finally They just started leaving the keys for me :D, it's not illegal to drive for women in Oman. Most of the time you will be ok, just shock a few, its the muttawa (or wona bee's) you need to worry about, but they even get in a huff over colour on abayas, so ... I understand why Adam felt that way. Inshallah it will change one day but that day is always tomorrow it seems. Stay safe, and your family too.Gonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01529799491778543190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-80971798858935751102010-06-26T00:24:16.453+03:002010-06-26T00:24:16.453+03:00Susie,
I wanna thank you for your blog. Posts lik...Susie,<br /><br />I wanna thank you for your blog. Posts like these are a big eye-opener for a girl like me. You have no idea how much you have helped me by being honest and sincere about you marriage to your Saudi husband. I've made the decision I'm not ganna marry my Saudi fiancé. It wouldn't work . Thanks again Susie.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-20815672862553479262010-06-24T23:00:21.314+03:002010-06-24T23:00:21.314+03:00Now a days parking has got a very bad situation. I...Now a days parking has got a very bad situation. It should be correct so as to stop any miss happening in the road.David Deangelohttp://www.doubleyourdatingebook.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-63470329528291922922010-06-24T21:17:53.014+03:002010-06-24T21:17:53.014+03:00It's very true that women drive in rural areas...It's very true that women drive in rural areas. I knew a woman that got pulled over on one of the intercity highways. He told her she was speeding and sent her on her way. Her husband was sitting next to her.Sandynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-24489584167200983242010-06-24T18:47:35.154+03:002010-06-24T18:47:35.154+03:00Susie, I admire your ability to remain living in K...Susie, I admire your ability to remain living in KSA. I couldn't do it, not even on a compound. Adam reminds me of every young man/boy I met of his age - all feeling fear and responsibility for their mother. A bit sad to me I must say.Wendynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-24389291539011837392010-06-24T14:19:57.522+03:002010-06-24T14:19:57.522+03:00Hello Susie,
I think that you did the people in t...Hello Susie,<br /><br />I think that you did the people in the other car a favour by moving and acted instinctively, according to your spirited nature.<br /><br />It seems to me that Adam's reaction was also a natural one, given his young age, especially if he felt he could not be articulate if authorities decided to pounce. I'm speculating but guessing he may have also felt awkward if his Arabic is not fluent when he is stressed, as he would then be less able to talk his way out of trouble.<br /><br />If I was in your position, I would be tempted to do the same but make sure I'm able to use some handy Arabic phrases in case such situations arise.<br /><br />It's interesting too that Adnan, who you have said in earlier posts can take a more conservative approach about things was relaxed about you moving the car. This would suggest that perhaps such an action might not have serious ramifications if you could explain yourself. It seems crazy that someone would have to explain away such an innocent act as moving or driving a car!<br /><br />Good luck Susie and take care over there!!<br /><br />KristinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-10096022581940558922010-06-24T03:18:56.419+03:002010-06-24T03:18:56.419+03:00I tend to agree more with those taking a cautionar...I tend to agree more with those taking a cautionary rather than a celebratory tone. It only takes one over zealous passerby or a muttawa coming out of nowhere to make this definitely less pleasant. I also think Adam had good reflexes about this, and that maybe you should get your driving fix in the countryside or on a compound--surely more satisfying than reparking a car. <br /><br />I would imagine an American woman behaving in such a way would have less constructive impact than a Saudi woman doing so. However, if you feel it was worthwhile for you, so be it. :)Chiarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13180585636556782803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-24197918388961169452010-06-24T02:52:06.181+03:002010-06-24T02:52:06.181+03:00My Mom and I always talk about what a brave woman ...My Mom and I always talk about what a brave woman you are Susie. You are right. I am scared sometimes. I truly look up to you and hope that someday I can be as fearless as you. Nice post!Ericanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-645243519239083952010-06-24T02:09:01.772+03:002010-06-24T02:09:01.772+03:00If you did this in any other country it probably w...If you did this in any other country it probably wouldn’t be an issue but in SA…after reading your blog about women drivers in SA, it would come back and bite you. I certainly hope not but I can understand by Adam was worried. You’re his mom and he doesn’t want you to have any repercussions because of what you did. <br />Will this country come into the new millennium and let women at least drive! The way they view women is very sad. <br />Stay safe and I so pleased to hear that your husband is doing well.HCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-52795855974993669932010-06-23T15:58:14.730+03:002010-06-23T15:58:14.730+03:00Good for you Susie! I wouldn't have hesitated...Good for you Susie! I wouldn't have hesitated either. To me the action you took was no big deal.<br /><br />I love to drive my pickup truck and ride my motorcycle! Yes, I'm in the U.S. <br /><br />I don't think I could survive without being able to drive.<br /><br />Adam's fear of you being arrested - I think it's pretty sad and a reflection of the effect living in Saudi is having on Adam. <br />LauraLauranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-54173869076117023872010-06-23T04:57:38.745+03:002010-06-23T04:57:38.745+03:00What a shame that the repressive societal attitude...What a shame that the repressive societal attitudes appear to be having an impact on your son. <br />Yeup, moving a car IS no big deal at all...unless you're seen by The Thought Police. If that happens (in THAT country) I'd be very worried for you. <br />I echo the sentiments of so many here: take care of your good self, gal!Writer Of The Purple Sagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08935896975834415060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3569425364802315563.post-24970283685584218532010-06-23T02:32:07.157+03:002010-06-23T02:32:07.157+03:00I don't think you did anything wrong, you did ...I don't think you did anything wrong, you did what you had to do, under the circumstances. This country is wrong for banning women from driving.Hebahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11738761119866226746noreply@blogger.com