It was many hours – but it seemed like a short time – that I sat on the balcony and at the family table for stories, laughs, food and drinks with Issa’s mom and dad, his two brothers and his sister, the princess. At the end of dinner, we watched one performer on “Arab Idol.” For the first time, there is a Palestinian contestant. He is good. The Palestinians are so excited. I sure do hope he wins. Samia is a fan, can you tell? One other thing that you would obviously see if you were in their home or in their presence for even a short times: victor and Samia really love each other a lot!
With Open Doors 
Congratulations, Samia. He won!