Cows and Sheep!

The cows and sheep (and other similar animals) are back in the street! In fact, I just spotted a cow and a goat in the entry way of an apartment building. This is not because of the random craziness in Egypt but in preparation of Eid el Adha (where they commemorate the struggle that Abraham went through when he was tested to sacrifice his son Ismael) (same story in Christianity but Christians believe it was Isaac). Anyway, I will write more about the holiday later but it will begin this Friday which is also the last day of the Hajj (this holiday follows the lunar calendar and always happens on the last day of the Hajj). This holiday will also be interesting because it is my second time experiencing it so I know what to expect...and maybe I will have a different experience. Last time I didnt know the ritual of slaughtering ( but my friend who was visiting me stayed up all night to witness the slaughtering of a cow) and I woke up to sheep being slaughtered in the apartment buildings but then I ate with a family. I dont know what will happen this year. I dont know if I am even celebrating Thanksgiving! Happy Thanksgiving by the way to all the Americans! Anyway, I will write more this weekend.

I will also give a full report (or try) on what has been going on between Algeria and Egypt. In short, sad and angry people over soccer + Algerians attacking Egyptians + rioting fans + the politicians stirred up more anger for political gain = lots of fun and excitement in Cairo!!