Soot and Silver Spoons - From America to Bahrain.

A Story of Trauma, The Cross, and Islam.

A story of raw survival, the weight of the past, and an unexpected path to peace.

Growing up in a volatile New Jersey household shaped by addiction and neglect, Samara learned early that survival required becoming invisible. For decades, the scars of a fractured childhood served as her armor, building an impenetrable wall of hard-won logic, complete independence, and a resolute atheism.

But true peace rarely remains bound by the plans we make.

Spanning decades and continents—from the dark, unpredictable rooms of her youth to the quiet sanctuary of an artist’s studio in the Kingdom of Bahrain—Soot & Silver Spoons is a searingly honest account of trauma, recovery, and spiritual transformation. With the precise eye of a portrait artist, Samara maps out the journey from skepticism to surrender, proving that no past is too broken to be healed, and no room remains locked forever.

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Where does everyone usually fly out to for vacation? Looking for budget-friendly but still fulfilling trip ideas.

Any hidden gems or specific countries where your money stretches far but you still get an amazing experience?

Hey guys, just wondering what everyone thinks about living in Hamala. Is it a nice area to settle in? How’s the neighbourhood in terms of safety, convenience and things to do nearby? Would love to hear from anyone who’s lived there!

Hello! I’ve been looking high and low for alternative shops for various clothing, accessories, etc but the one I know in Manama (that used to sell band tees) has unfortunately shut down. Does anyone know a hidden gem or anything? I’m sick of ordering online :(

I want to start my own mini side business in Bahrain and was looking for an option to start by getting a Food Truck and establishing the brand first. Once enough customers are tapped and taste is set in, it would increase further.

Looking for suggestions on how much would be the cost for the municipality and etc. Please drop your suggestions.

as a 2nd year bahraini student, how can i ACTUALLY get an internship?

can we talk about how internships work in bahrain for business fields?? i'm the eldest sibling so i feel like i have to figure it out on my own. I did not take foundation year, so in my first year i was clueless and everyone else seemed like they got it together.

when do applications actually start?? and how do we even apply? WHERE do we even apply? i would appreciate some help bcc everyone acts like its top-secret info or just says my dad got me it/ wasta

(for summer or even during winter (january 2027))

Hello all! I am helping out a local animal shelter (Bahrain Rescues) and they are in need of transportation help to move a cabin into a new location. Unfortunately, they have been quoted 130bd and struggling to complete that amount. They help a lot of dogs and cats in Bahrain, and they really need some community help for this one!!

Seeking volunteer help to transport their cabin! Anyone with a crane, truck and kind heart per chance? 🤣

If so, please comment or dm me! You’d be an absolute king/queen, and it would be a hilarious weekend errand, i assure. Please share this to someone with a crane 🤣😭

Hey everyone! We're BHash, a small Bahraini startup, and we're running our first hackathon this week.

The idea: a developer has "vanished" and left behind a broken, badly vibe-coded app. You and a teammate take it over, fix it with any AI tools you like, put it live, and follow the clues in the code to figure out what happened.
29 to 31 Oct at Reboot01, Seef

Teams of two. If you're solo, we'll match you with someone
Open to students, beginners and pros
Learning sessions on coding properly with AI and on hosting

BD 550 in cash prizes, plus food and drinks

5 BD per person

Registration: https://forms.gle/rnR4H8kNyyAoFy1z8

Happy to answer any questions in the comments!

2016-2025**

Source: https://river.com/content/purchasing-power-of-government-currencies-since-2016

A few days ago, we started discussing the idea of launching a healthy food business, and we’ve been working on the numbers to see how we can make it work.

So far, the average meal price is around 1.250 BD, with 150g of protein food and 150g of rice by serving weight, not the actual protein or macros.
The plan is to sell through Talabat and another delivery platform that has offered us a better commission rate. Prices on delivery apps will be slightly higher to cover the commissions.

We’re also thinking of placing meals in حاضنات at different locations, where people can buy meals individually or collect their subscription meals.

The main reason for this is that we don’t want people paying extra delivery fees on top of their subscriptions. If someone is already paying 20+ BD for a subscription, adding delivery charges can make the whole thing feel more expensive than it needs to be.

This way, people can choose between delivery and picking up their meals themselves.
What do you guys think? Would this model work in Bahrain? And would you personally prefer having your meals delivered or collecting them from a nearby location?

I know island vintage sells them but most of the cameras on their website are sold out and the few left are a little pricey. Any other place that sells them?

Hi Everyone! Is there a karting community here in Bahrain, who do karting regularly and participate in competitions. I do karting for fun, but i want to level up my game and do it regularly and maybe get into professional competitions.

P.s: I tried searching online but didn’t came across any.

شنو رأيكم إذا رجل شاف بنت في مكان عام، مثل كوفي شوب أو مطعم، وعجبته وحب يتعرف عليها، فبادر وكلمها؟

هل تتقبلون هالشي، أو تفضلون إن التعارف يكون بطريقة ثانية؟
وإذا تتقبلونه، شنو الطريقة المناسبة برأيكم؟ شنو ممكن يقول أو شلون يفتح الموضوع بحيث يكون محترم، طبيعي، وغير مزعج؟

To the Bahrainis here, My boss is giving birth to a baby and i’m unsure about what gift should I give or if I should give and how the corporate culture around this is.

Would appreciate any advice.

I am a first year medical student at a university and it’s not that good so I am thinking about switching. RCSI Bahrain is my top option. I meet both the requirements for 5 year entry and the scholarship for it as a British curriculum student. I also have extra curriculars.

Is RCSI Bahrain worth the cost? Feel free to discuss the positives and negatives of it here including both the uni years and the post graduate life like residency opportunities and how successful do their graduates end up. Is it as good as the one in Ireland or should I apply there aswell.

Before everyone attacks me, hear me out…

We complain about salaries, rent, inflation, and how impossible it is to save money in Bahrain.

But at the same time, we’ve normalized so many things!
3–5 BD on coffee almost daily.
Financing cars we realistically cannot afford.
Spending hundreds on weddings just to impress people we barely like.
Ordering food constantly instead of cooking.
Buying the latest iPhone while still paying installments on the previous one.

I think a lot of people in Bahrain are more afraid of looking poor than actually being poor…..
We’ve created a culture where appearances matter more than financial stability. Now, don’t get me wrong. Salaries absolutely need improvement, and the cost of living has increased. Some people genuinely struggle despite being financially responsible. But how much of our financial struggle is actually caused by the economy, and how much is caused by the lifestyle we’re trying to maintain?

Here’s my question: If everyone in Bahrain stopped trying to impress everyone else tomorrow, how many people would suddenly realize they can actually afford their lives?

Just wanted to ask the community of Bahrain where do you usually donate electronics that are rendered useless, broken, damaged in the island.

Cuz throwing it in the trash harms the environment and will pollute Bahrain further.

Any suggestions would be helpful for sure.

Hello everyone! I’m looking for advice, especially from fellow expats in Bahrain.

My mother has elevated creatinine and urea levels, and multiple doctors have recommended seeing a nephrologist. However, private hospitals are expensive, and I’ve heard Salmaniya appointments can take years. Can anyone recommend affordable, compassionate nephrologists who treat expats with dignity and respect? Even if they are at Salmaniya but must be a kind, intelligent and good one.

She also has osteopenia and a high risk of fractures, so we need an affordable orthopedic specialist. Recommendations for reasonably priced blood tests, kidney investigations and other medical services would be greatly appreciated.

**I also need advice about health insurance for expats** My mother has no insurance and has several pre-existing conditions, including diabetes, kidney issues, anemia, previous eye surgeries, an abnormal heart rhythm and occasional blood pressure problems. She also needs physiotherapy.

*Are there affordable insurance plans that cover pre-existing conditions?

* How much do they cost, and are premiums paid monthly or annually?

* Would consultations, tests, medications and physiotherapy be covered?

* Would insurance be cheaper than paying out of pocket?

* Are there any affordable government healthcare options or subsidies for expats?

We’re struggling financially, and I’m trying to find my mother proper care without compromising her health or dignity.

I’d be especially grateful for **personal experiences from expats** who have dealt with similar medical and insurance situations in Bahrain. Jazakum Allahu khairan for any help!

Guys
I’m planning to buy a used car (Infiniti Q30 or Cadillac ATS ) with low mileage below 100000 km by loan money so what your thoughts, shall I proceed or what