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Feeling the Eid blues alone

Salaam everyone, Eid Mubarak to you all! As a revert to Islam for three years, I just got back from Eid prayers and am now at home with no plans. Most of my friends are Muslim but they're all busy with their own celebrations, so this marks my third Eid spent by myself. Honestly, I've never really experienced what a proper Eid celebration feels like. I work night shifts and was genuinely excited to come home, put on my thobe, and head out. At the masjid, I noticed a few aunties and uncles giving me some not-so-welcoming looks because I wore a short-sleeved thobe and have tattoos. So, it looks like I'll be sticking to long sleeves from now on. Now that I'm back home and in bed, I'm thinking maybe I should've just taken the night shift that was offered. At least then I wouldn't be alone again. But for now, I guess I'll try to get some rest. To those celebrating with family and friends, what does Eid feel like for you?

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Feeling alone on Eid hits different. My family's far away too. Maybe we all just order some good food, yeah?

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Man, I'm so sorry you had that experience. The looks from people are the worst. Don't let it get you down. Eid is about the heart.

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Eid Mubarak bro. I'm also alone this year, night shift worker here. Hit me up if you want to chat.

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