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Jordanian expat Sanad Al Asiri has been observing this Ramadan alone in the UAE due to the Covid-19 pandemic situation.
He had worked as an architect for about two years in Dubai before shifting his career to media. "I have always braced myself to take life positively however it may come," he told Khaleej Times.
"Covid-19 has affected the lives of people and their businesses but it is just temporary. The most important thing now is to stay healthy and safe and take care of our loved ones, our family, friends and each other.
"The holy month is better spent with the family; it is about praying, fasting and then breaking fast together. Meals taste better when shared," he added.
Staying connected with loved ones and learning new skills
Social distancing and travel restrictions do not keep Sanad from staying connected. "I am always in touch with family and friends via social media. Even though we are not physically present with each other, we remain morally supportive."
He has been keeping himself busy, enhancing one of his favourite hobbies - cooking. "Because I am alone now, I have found myself indulging in trying and cooking new recipes from different cultures. I am trying to balance between my work and cooking. I am living the family Ramadan gatherings with myself," said Sanad jokingly, adding that he has also been reading.
"I set up the Ramadan special ambience at home with lighting, décor and adornments to live up the spirit. It goes without saying that we all miss praying, especially Taraweeh, in mosques. But the faith remains in our heart and I pray at home," he affirmed.
No act of kindness is too small
"Everyone has to give and help the needy in the holy month. It is the gesture that counts and everyone should consider the others as much as he can. No act of kindness is too small. Maybe an amount of money to buy a meal would mean a lot to someone who just can't afford it. I have a habit to do that and it does not have to be Ramadan to stick by each other. Such small acts and details spread a beautiful spirit of kindness and love among people," he said.
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