#thread.neva

For Bijan, breaking the fast alone was a no-go. He hadn't done it ever from the moment he'd began participating in the Ramadan as a boy. He always made sure to have a back-up plan, to have people over, or to visit the Mosque. It was the one month during the year when his introvert tendencies were ignored for the greater good. Where community and friendship was more at the forefront.

He gestured for Neva to follow him into his kitchen when she appeared at the door. "I'm so glad you could make it," he said. Despite the many years, Bijan still felt weak and tired the first few days as he got used to the rhythm again. "Would you like some tea?" he asked.