[renielarson]

OK...all joking and kidding aside...I MUST get serious here...

We can make light of certain cultures/heritages/symbols...but we must remember that most do not involve religious beliefs.

I honestly don't want to offend Amir or make light of his comments.

The Arab/Muslim culture/customs/religion I don't fully understand but I do show respect and tolerance.

Since 9/11 many Arabs have been falsely accused and ridiculed with no just cause.
Their beliefs may be different from my own but they are to be respected.
Their religion may be different from my own but should be respected.
Their culture may be different from my own but should be honored.
Their customs may be different from own but should be recognized.

We all need to be humble. We need not judge others nor be disrespectful.

That is the American way. We are a country of diversity, equality, and freedom of religion. Let's respect all.

With all due respect to Guenther...I know that he did not wear the head covering as a show of disrespect. He and his wife (Villages07) are very honorable people. For those of you who don't know 07, I ask you to read her previous posts. She is level headed, fair, just, honest, and a lady we can all depend on for factual information without bias.