Question for Minnesota Somalis

[Gibiin-Udug]

My family may move to Minnesota soon, and I’d like to ask a few questions before I go.

I have never lived around a big Somali community other than the time I went to Hargeisa as a kid, so I have no real idea of how Somalis are.

1. How would people react to someone who is not a hijabie? I also like to wear “Western” clothing, so jeans and even shorts. Basically the opposite of regular Somali attire.

2. Do people make fun of your lack of Somali language fluency? I remember all the little kids in Somaliland would joke around about our lack of language skills lol.

2. Tips for dealing with the weather? I have no idea how to navigate through snow.

These are all serious questions, so please no derailing. Thanks.

@CaliSomali welcome to Minnesota.

People won't say anything to you, they mind their business. Even fobs are taught to not say anything, they might stare at you.

No, they do not make fun of your afsomali.

Layers, lots of layers. The winter is brutal, please don't be a typical Californian who thinks its cute to wear Uggs. Invest in scarfs, big scarfs that you can wrap your neck and chest under the jacket. Gloves, don't forget the gloves. Earmuffs are absolutely necessary whether you're a hijabie or not.

 

[Libaaxseendheer]

I’ve already talked about it a few times on this forum. I don’t think smoking weed or partying is a big deal, but I know my parents might say otherwise.

Good thing I live on campus at my university away from them.

So what kind of moves do you do at these parties?

1. 2. Or 3.

 

[World]

I’ve already talked about it a few times on this forum. I don’t think smoking weed or partying is a big deal, but I know my parents might say otherwise.

Good thing I live on campus at my university away from them.

I’m confused

If u don’t live with your parents, but on campus, then why does it matter if your parents move to mn? Or are you going to drop out of university?

 

[CaliSomali]

So what kind of moves do you do at these parties?
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Hell naw. I go to parties with my girlfriends and we like to back it up on each other.

Now that I think about it, I’ve had more Latinas dance up on me than poor @CanIDimo ever will.

 

[CaliSomali]

I’m confused

If u don’t live with your parents, but on campus, then why does it matter if your parents move to mn? Or are you going to drop out of university?

Inshallah I’m transferring!

 

[Libaaxseendheer]

I’m confused

If u don’t live with your parents, but on campus, then why does it matter if your parents move to mn? Or are you going to drop out of university?

Qado casho qurac hoo

Hell naw. I go to parties with my girlfriends and we like to back it up on each other.

Now that I think about it, I’ve had more Latinas dance up on me than poor @CanIDimo ever will.

Hell naw. I go to parties with my girlfriends and we like to back it up on each other.

Now that I think about it, I’ve had more Latinas dance up on me than poor @CanIDimo ever will.

 

[Dalmoor]

Come to my state, forget about MN.

Me and @Emily will welcome you with open hands

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[government]

My family may move to Minnesota soon, and I’d like to ask a few questions before I go.

I have never lived around a big Somali community other than the time I went to Hargeisa as a kid, so I have no real idea of how Somalis are.

1. How would people react to someone who is not a hijabie? I also like to wear “Western” clothing, so jeans and even shorts. Basically the opposite of regular Somali attire.

2. Do people make fun of your lack of Somali language fluency? I remember all the little kids in Somaliland would joke around about our lack of language skills lol.

2. Tips for dealing with the weather? I have no idea how to navigate through snow.

These are all serious questions, so please no derailing. Thanks.

You coulfvco summed all of that up by saying I'm dhaqan celis

 

[Basra]

My family may move to Minnesota soon, and I’d like to ask a few questions before I go.

I have never lived around a big Somali community other than the time I went to Hargeisa as a kid, so I have no real idea of how Somalis are.

1. How would people react to someone who is not a hijabie? I also like to wear “Western” clothing, so jeans and even shorts. Basically the opposite of regular Somali attire.

2. Do people make fun of your lack of Somali language fluency? I remember all the little kids in Somaliland would joke around about our lack of language skills lol.

2. Tips for dealing with the weather? I have no idea how to navigate through snow.

These are all serious questions, so please no derailing. Thanks.

Good luck poor child

 

[Malikfiqi]

I barely see non hijabs Somalis in the streets exception on snapchat. What city are you gonna lay down in I'd recommend edina.

Edina is too close go to Eden prairie or farther

 

[abdiwarrior]

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@CaliSomali welcome to Minnesota.

People won't say anything to you, they mind their business. Even fobs are taught to not say anything, they might stare at you.

No, they do not make fun of your afsomali.

Layers, lots of layers. The winter is brutal, please don't be a typical Californian who thinks its cute to wear Uggs. Invest in scarfs, big scarfs that you can wrap your neck and chest under the jacket. Gloves, don't forget the gloves. Earmuffs are absolutely necessary whether you're a hijabie or not.

Edina is too close go to Eden prairie or farther

Richfield is kinda good

 

[Gibiin-Udug]

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Richfield is kinda good

Richfield is kind of ghetto!!!!

I don't like it.

 

[abdiwarrior]

Richfield is kind of ghetto!!!!

I don't like it.

How about bloomington is that a good city

 

[Always Lit]

It’s cheaper than California and has way more Somalis. I think my parents are also afraid of how American my siblings and I act tbh. They don’t even know half the shit I do already right now.

When are you guys moving?

 

[Gibiin-Udug]

How about bloomington is that a good city

They're literally close to each other looool.


Minnetonka, Shakopee, Golden Valley, LakeVille, Edina, Waconia.

 

[abdiwarrior]

They're literally close to each other looool.


Minnetonka, Shakopee, Golden Valley, LakeVille, Edina, Waconia.

They're suburbs

 

[Gibiin-Udug]

They're suburbs

I know.... Suburbs are the best to live in, cities are good for work, shopping and entertainment.

 

[Basra]

They're literally close to each other looool.


Minnetonka, Shakopee, Golden Valley, LakeVille, Edina, Waconia.

Reiko

Where do u live?

 

[Gibiin-Udug]

Reiko

Where do u live?

I prefer not to say, but I mentioned the suburb I live above.

 

[Basra]

I prefer not to say, but I mentioned the suburb I live above.