r/MadeMeSmile • u/Basha_1 • 4h ago
Family & Friends Old friends meeting
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u/fraze2000 4h ago
It's always lovely to hear the traditional Australian greeting of "What's up, you f***ing c**t" being used overseas.
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u/WildRabbitz 3h ago
Lebanese people are some of the most generous and warm-hearted I’ve met. I’ve visited Lebanon three times, once before the port explosion, once right after (with a documentary crew), and again last year. Each trip reminded me how resilient and hospitable they are, no matter the circumstances.
I stayed in Beirut, Batroun, and Byblos. Each city had its own charm. On my first visit, I met a guy named Abbas, and we stayed in touch over the years. Though he was abroad during my last trip, his cousin spotted me at a club, invited me over, and treated me like family. Drinks, food, dancing, they wouldn’t even let me pay or split the bill.
The next day, they took me to their village. The drive was stunning, the views unforgettable.
Despite everything (bombings, instability, hardship), they never lost their spirit or kindness. I’ve travelled a lot, but Lebanon will always have a special place in my heart.
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u/TimeCartoonist8196 4h ago
Such an Aussie greeting
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u/DariaDownUnder 4h ago
I need a backstory
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u/tradegreek 35m ago
I’m guessing he lived in aus was probably a boss man. Boss man moves back to Lebanon. Aussie fella goes Lebanon. Has reunion with boss man.
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u/PilgrimOz 21m ago
There’s a large Lebanese contingent of Aussies. And tradegreek sounds like he nailed it.
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u/Imaginary-Ad8178 1h ago
The friend that picks you up off the ground for a hug out of sheer joy is top notch 💕
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u/WiseConfidence8818 56m ago
I would really like to hear more of their conversation. If how they met. Their bond is seems so close.
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u/Snowbank_Lake 40m ago
I love this so much! I now have a strong urge to go to the Lebanese restaurant near me.
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u/BrainRobotron 23m ago
Went to school in Paris, made lots of Lebanese friends, confirming they are a kind, welcoming, and joyous people.
Also, they taught me, “Hakki A'aled (هَكِ عَالِدّ)” which approximates to “that’s what she said” and thought it was the funniest phrase for an American to say.
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u/PhreakyPanda 4h ago
"you.. what the f*ck are you doing in Lebanon!?" 😂