I think we are going back to our beloved country (Iraq)

Hi alkurishy, I know that you want to go back home to Iraq and I don't blame you because it is your home but I still think it is still not that safe, why don't you wait a while because I still worry for your family and for all of your safty, please be very sure before you do anything in casse you have to come to Egypt, I'm always thinking of your safty as we still have news coming here about Iraq, please think about it. always your friend, Tamara

if its getting better thats a good sign .. but as you said still dangerous .. so its up to you really ..

Hi alkurishy, I am sure your wife knows better what is the present situation there since she was spending a lot of days there so, if ever, you can decide about it, that will be great since your family is living there... I agree you can always find a safer place and just avoid going to the place which is dangerous this time!

I think if you feel you want to go back to your country you should. After all it is your homeland. I would not want to leave my country for the rest of my life and I dont think you should if you dont want to. If you go back just please avoid the bad areas and dont go anywhere where you think you could get into trouble. I think people should live where they feel comfortable.

Good day... It's a good thing that the situation in your country is getting better and if some place are still dangerous then you and your family should be careful to avoid it. Like most if us will agree it's your choice.

Hi Alkurishy, it's very sad that war happens and you have to run away to another country for the safety of your family. You'd miss your country very much. I don't know which part of Iraq you are from; and the news that we have from the media or internet, may not be accurate. Is it safe there now? That life is back to usual, and no more threats of bombing or war? You have to be careful, and look out for your kids and family. Whatever decision you make, I wish you all the best! And keep us informed!

Since I have taken you as a friend, I will be very frank here. While I don’t know how comfortable you are at your present place, I do have great reservations about your going back to Iraq. Since its your motherland, you will always want to go back, but this is not the time to be emotional. Your family’s safety, your earning opportunities, your kids education and their future – everything that is dear to all of us, are very unstable in Iraq from what I hear in the media. If its somewhat better now, there is no guarantee that it would become worse again in a few months. Just think that if you go back and admit your children to school and you start working and then suddenly after a few months, there is turmoil again in the country? What would you do? And its specially difficult for children to go on moving from one place to another. Please do nothing in haste, wait for some more time and assess the situation impartially before taking a decision.

It makes me feel good that our time over there has helped in someway, so many are against this war, I think you all are way better of with that horrible man gone, I read that you wasn't even allowed to buy meat to eat it was only for Hussin, I know you must miss your country and life there, as long as you feel it is safe I say go for it. I know what it is like to be away from home as we are from Hurricane Katrina, been relocated for 3 years now a 1000 miles from home. I will pass the word that things are better there now, and good luck with whatever you do decide to do. Stay out of the bad parts.

Hello dear alkurishy. It is good news to hear that the situations in your country are getting better than it used to, which is very encouraging and relaxing to us. I love to see a strong and peaceful Iraq where you can live a quiet and peaceful life. Thank you for letting us know about the real situations there. Anyway so long as you think that it is mature enough for you to go back to work and live in your country, then it is time to move back to your country as you wish. Good luck to you and be happy, dear friend.

I can fully understand that you want to go home. It's the land you grew up in. However, personally, I don't think right now is the right time, especially since you also have kids to think about. Although it may seem to be safer now, it may not stay that way. The current 'quiet' may just be the eye of the storm so to speak. Whoever is still doing the fighting may just stay quiet right now to gather up some reserves in order to strike big time. You just never know. And what if the US troops leave? Will others take advantage of that? Not just from within the country but also from countries surrounding Iraq such as Iran? Frankly, right now the situation still has too many uncertainties. I would not drag kids into this. I would keep them where they are safe.

Hi my friend, I hope all works out alright when you return home. If you know you can keep your wife and kids safe, that will matter alot. I don't blame you for wanting to go back to your homeland. I hope you will be able to connect to MyLot and still be able to converse with us. Good Luck! [i]Happy MyLotting, Char[/i]

I have no advice, but I'm glad moving back is an option for you. It must have been very difficult to leave so much behind, and I can definitely understand wanting to return. I would probably wait and see how the American elections turn out and see what occurs or is planned after January, because things could get a lot worse or a lot better in short order. It seems that your country is currently at the mercy of American politics and undergoing great change.

Yes, that is what I read in newspapers and see on the television sometimes. that Iraq is getting in a better shape now. It must be a great feeling to see your country improve and you returning to a better place! All the best!

It is the War that destroyed your beloved country, I am very glad to hear that your country is going better than before and I believe the situation will get better and better. We love our country! We love peace!

I'm so honored to have the opportunity to know someone like you who is actually from Iraq and therefore knows exactly what conditions are like there. I can't even begin to imagine what it must be like to have such things happens in one's own country and to be forced to leave for your own safety. Whatever you choose to do, I'll certainly pray for you and your family and I hope everything works out well for you. It's a strange feeling I have that I can't quite explain, we here in the U.S including Americans here on myLot love to discuss your country and what "WE" should do about it but it's you and your fellow Iraqis who are living it along with our troops and for all of you it will have a lasting effect, unlike most of us. Gee, I hope that makes some sense! What I'm trying to say is I'll leave politics out of this entirely and simply say I hope for the best for you and your family and I wish for a safe return to your beloved homeland. I hope some good comes out of all the pain and destruction that's gone on for everyone involved. Bless you! Annie

You love your country and it is right that you would want to go back. I never left my country because I could not imagine myself living anywhere else. Good luck to you and your family.

Hi Alkurishy, Only you and your wife can make that decision between you as you also know what it is really like to live there, we only see what the media shows us. You will make the correct decision for yourself and your family based on your knowledge. Ellie :D

I would hate to have to leave my country and raise my children somewhere else. I hope everything works out good with whatever decision you make.

I think it is a good idea to go back to your beloved country of Iraq and I am glad to hear that things are better there,and I am sure there are parts that are still dangerous but you have that no matter where you live,even though you are probably right about it needing time to settle down,and whether or not ya'll decide to go back there I wish you the best,and I hope you make the decision that is right for you and your family.

I have an iraq customer, he is very very kind to me. he always look for chances for me to earn money from his business. I don't know whether he is rich, it's heard that iraq people is rich due to rich of oil. rich or poor, it's not important,but they have a hot heart. I hate the persons who defy peace and life. I beg god help iraq people, they are very kind!!!