Happy Valentines Day!

Happy Valentines Day everyone! As I walked through Bab Touma last night (in the old city) I passed many stores selling large red teddy bears and hearts. Red tinsel hung between the narrow, old cobblestone alleys of the old city, and many restaurants advertised Valentines day specials for couples. While riding a service bus to university this morning, I watched a man decorate his car with a pink feather boa. Apparently Valentines Day is a big deal here. And so, from Syria, I wish you all a very happy Valentines Day!