Dubai is a paradoxical place, the tallest building, the biggest shopping malls, definitely the blingiest capital of the world. Yet despite all the wealth, the flash cars, the glitz and the glamour you see real extremes in every day life.
In the last fortnight I’ve come across three cases of people coming up to me and asking for money, they all appear to be in a desperate situation. Their fraught faces and despondent eyes express a very distressing image, I offer them whatever help I can, and in the process appreciate how fortunate I am.
In a materialistic society where we are constantly striving for more, more & even more it’s worth remembering and helping those who not so privileged.
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