Story From HoustonJamaat Blog By Amatulla Zakir  

Rubies r Red, Jumana ben Malbari's jewelry venture, had a jewelry exhibition today at her home off Saums Rd. I was amongst the many women who stopped by and it was a true luxury shopping experience, I was seated on a sofa and Jumana ben and Rashida ben Malbari brought me jewelry to try on and even helped me put it on and take it off.

There were other people there and lots of conversation, kebabs and sandwiches and punch to keep everyone going and a large selection of jewelry to try on.

"If you try it, you buy it," Rashida ben Malbari told me as I tried on this gorgeous diamond studded bracelet priced at $2,200. But it was only a joke.

Lamiya ben Tyebbhoy tried on this stunning ring. "I like little delicate pieces actually, not big chunky stuff. If you buy jewelry here today, it is also an investment, you're not going to lose this money."
- Lamiya ben Tyebbhoy, shopper.

We came up with other justifications to spend on a little bling. I asked them what the secret was to get your husband to buy you jewelry for Valentine's day (mine never does).

"You just buy it and you take it home and tell him you saved him the trouble of picking it out."
- Rashida ben Malbari.

"You say 'just write the cheque'."
- Tasneem ben Patwa.

Old-fashioned as I am, I remain jewelry-less this Valentines day. If you're in my boat, and you'd like some of these call Jumana ben at 1-866-947-8297 or go to http://www.rubiesrred.com.