leadership program for iraqi youth

our wonderful iraqi student is here. today’s the first day of the leadership program at allendale columbia in which my daughter is also participating. saw some beautiful pictures of baghdad last night and learned how the city is divided by the river tigris into an eastern half (rusafa) and a western half (al karkh). also discussed the differences between pakistani and iraqi biryani and what’s considered the ultimate breakfast in both countries: kahi and geymar in iraq (flaky pastry soaked in syrup and served with cream derived from buffalo milk) and a rich omelette with onions and tomatoes served with paratha in pakistan (crispy, layered, shallowly fried flatbread). so many deep and distinct and vibrant histories, cultures and peoples in asia.