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..A Fisherman’s Day Out..

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  As a festive mood was beginning to grip the Sultanate, all the Muslims were making preparations to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr in zest by offering prayers, giving alms to the needy, shopping for necessities and spending time with family. These Eid holidays for the rest usually meant spending time with family, relatives and visiting different touristic places. Every Eid holiday, I look forward to doing something different. On the day of Eid, when all Muslim brothers and sisters woke up to celebrate their auspicious day, I was getting ready for a day out in the sun. A sweltering sun, a cool breeze, and a beautiful beach was the perfect way to spend a holiday with family. The idea was to go fishing! The thought of just sinking my feet into soft sand and the constant gale of salty breeze from the sea had got me all excited, I could hardly wait for it to happen. The whole family got dressed after a late breakfast and wearing our best beach outfits we were ready to make th...