As a Catholic, I do my normal routines except I don't show myself chewing and I cover my shoulders and hips appropriately in consideration of the Muslims' holy month. No sexy clothing!
Then I needed to buy a new umbrella and a blue sewing thread at this shop called The Gift Village. I also needed to buy a kilo of almonds at the Choithram Supermarket. And I also remembered to re-stock on oatmeal and fresh milk.
I was very conscious of the time. Iftar is at 6:00 pm and most shops will start opening by then. I went out at past 6:30 pm. I walked going to Choithram first and bought my almonds. Next stop was at The Gift Village. On my way there I saw the Italian ice cream bar just opened and inviting customers to come in. I took note that they offer wi-fi connection. I might need that in the future, who knows. I reached The Gift Village and found it was locked. They are closed for Iftar break from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Darn it! I looked at my watch and it was only 6:56 pm. I can't bear to wait 'til they open under 36 degrees C!
I headed to Amber Centre (another supermarket) instead and decided to get oatmeal and milk before going home. I was beginning to perspire and feel sticky with all that walking. Five minutes later, I reached Amber and saw people standing outside. It's still on Iftar break. I checked the time and it's still more than twenty minutes before they open.
That's it! I'm not happy to feel I'm constantly in a sauna so I went home to the comfort of cool air and a comfy sofa to watch whatever's on TV.
Having not finished my to-dos, I'll be needing to prepare my mind again to go out in the heat and shop...maybe tomorrow, Inshallah!
Muslims and Christians can co-exist peacefully in a Muslim country. While Muslims fast, Christians sacrifice...we're used to that! I just need to remember.
