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Remembering Badi Badiozamani, PhD

On the eve of December 24, 2023, Dr. Badi Badiozamani was robbed of life by brain cancer and passed away at home surrounded by family and close friends. He leaves behind a devoted wife, Nasrin; two daughters, Ghazal and Ghazalle; his grandson, Nuriel; son-in-law, Eulas; and four siblings.

Dr. Badiozamani was a writer, historian, researcher, and an active member of the international writers’ community. He was the founder of the Center for East-West understanding, a non-profit entity with the mission of diminishing extremism and the threat of violence.


House of Iran (HOI)

December Nights at Balboa Park in San Diego is a cherished annual tradition, eagerly anticipated by locals and visitors alike. Held on the first Friday and Saturday of December each year, this enchanting event transforms the park into a winter wonderland adorned with holiday lights and decorations. Amidst the festive ambiance, attendees are treated to live music and entertainment, featuring performances by local choirs, bands, and dancers. The park’s international cottages stand as vibrant showcases of holiday traditions from around the world, offering a glimpse into diverse cultures and customs.

Among these cultural gems is the House of Iran, exuding warmth, and hospitality as it welcomes guests with open arms. The cottage, nestled within Balboa Park, delights visitors with traditional Iranian cuisine, including a tantalizing array of foods and pastries. As families, friends, and visitors immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere, the House of Iran stands as a beacon of cultural exchange and celebration, inviting all to partake in the joyous spirit of December Nights.

For more information, please visit www.thehouseofiran.com or call (858) 535-7809.


زنده‭ ‬یاد‭ ‬بانو‭ ‬فاطمه‭ ‬برجیان‮  ‬

بانو‭ ‬فاطمه‭ ‬برجیان‭ ‬که‭ ‬همه‭ ‬او‭ ‬را‭ ‬به‭ ‬نام‭ ‬ایران‭ ‬میشناختند،‭ ‬بانویی‭ ‬مهربان‭ ‬،‭ ‬زاده‭ ‬اصفهان‭ ‬به‭ ‬تاریخ‭ ‬۲‭ ‬مهر‭ ‬ماه‭ ‬۱۳۱۱‭. ‬وی‭ ‬در‭ ‬خانواده‭ ‬ایی‭ ‬بزرگ‭ ‬و‭ ‬قدیمی‭ ‬پرورش‭ ‬یافت‭ ‬و‌پدرش‭ ‬از‭ ‬بزرگان‭ ‬و‭ ‬پیروان‭ ‬مسلک‭ ‬درویشی‭ ‬بود‭ ‬،‭ ‬خیّر‭ ‬و‭ ‬سخاوتمند‭ ‬که‭ ‬به‭ ‬معنای‭ ‬واقعی‭ ‬فروتنانه‭ ‬زندگی‭ ‬کرد‭ ‬و‭ ‬در‭ ‬تمام‭ ‬سال‌های‭ ‬عمرش‭ ‬از‭ ‬خدمت‭ ‬به‭ ‬خلق‭ ‬و‭ ‬همنوعانش‭ ‬دریغ‭ ‬نکرد

بانو‭ ‬ایران‭ ‬برجیان‭ ‬زنی‭ ‬هنرمند‭ ‬،‭ ‬خیاط‭ ‬و‭ ‬بافنده‭ ‬ایی‭ ‬زبردست‭ ‬بود‭.‬‮ ‬‭ ‬از‭ ‬معدود‭ ‬زنان‭ ‬مستقلی‭ ‬بود‭ ‬که‭ ‬در‭ ‬آن‭ ‬سال‌های‭ ‬دور‭ ‬در‭ ‬اصفهان‭ ‬رانندگی‭ ‬میکرد‭. ‬از‭ ‬ازدواج‭ ‬با‭ ‬آقای‭ ‬احمد‭ ‬صالحی‭ ‬صاحب‭ ‬۶‭ ‬فرزند‭ ‬شد‭ ‬،‭ ‬۲‭ ‬دختر‭ ‬و‭ ‬چهار‭ ‬پسر‭ ‬که‭ ‬همه‭ ‬در‭ ‬عرصه‭ ‬های‭ ‬مختلف‭ ‬زندگی‭ ‬موفق‭ ‬و‭ ‬سرآمد‭ ‬هستند‭ ‬و‭ ‬برایشان‭ ‬مادری‭ ‬بود‭ ‬مهربان‭ ‬و‭ ‬فداکار‭.‬

۳۰‭ ‬سال‭ ‬پیش‭ ‬به‭ ‬سن‭ ‬دیه‭ ‬گو‭ ‬مهاجرت‭ ‬کرد‭ ‬و‭ ‬در‭ ‬کنار‭ ‬دختر‭ ‬و‭ ‬پسرش‭ ‬زندگی‭ ‬در‭ ‬غربت‭ ‬را‭ ‬آغاز‭ ‬کرد‭. ‬پشتکار‭ ‬عجیب‭ ‬و‭ ‬باور‭ ‬نکردنی‭ ‬داشت‭ ‬خوب‭ ‬میدانست‭ ‬که‭ ‬برای‭ ‬زندگی‭ ‬در‭ ‬اینجا‭ ‬و‭ ‬ایجاد‭ ‬ارتباط‭ ‬با‭ ‬محیط‭ ‬و‭ ‬دیگران‭ ‬نیازمند‭ ‬دانستن‭ ‬زبان‭ ‬انگلیسیست‭ . ‬پس‭ ‬برای‭ ‬بدست‭ ‬آوردن‭ ‬استقلال‭ ‬دوباره‭ ‬زندگی‭ ‬اش‭ ‬به‭ ‬کلاس‭ ‬انگلیسی‭ ‬رفت‭ ‬و‌در‭ ‬مغازه‭ ‬ایی‭ ‬برای‭ ‬انجام‭ ‬سفارشات‭ ‬خیاطی‭ ‬مشغول‭ ‬به‭ ‬کار‭ ‬شد‭ . ‬وی‭ ‬زنی‭ ‬مهربان‭ ‬،‭ ‬سخاوتمند‭ ‬،‭ ‬عاشق‭ ‬طبیعت‭ ‬و‭ ‬گل‭ ‬کاری‭. ‬فهیم‭ ‬و‭ ‬مدبر‭ ‬بود‭ ‬و‭ ‬خوب‭ ‬میدانست‭ ‬با‭ ‬هر‭ ‬سنی‭ ‬چگونه‭ ‬ایجاد‭ ‬ارتباط‭ ‬کند‭. ‬مادربزرگی‭ ‬سبزتر‭ ‬از‭ ‬بوی‭ ‬بهار‭ ‬که‭ ‬نوه‭ ‬هایش‭ ‬عاشقانه‭ ‬از‭ ‬او‭ ‬یاد‭ ‬میکنند‭. ‬دست‭ ‬پخت‭ ‬بینظیری‭ ‬داشت‭ ‬و‭ ‬آشپزخانه‭ ‬اش‭ ‬همیشه‭ ‬پر‭ ‬بود‭ ‬از‭ ‬بوی‭ ‬ادویه‭ ‬های‭ ‬خوشبو‭ ‬و‭ ‬غذاهایی‭ ‬با‭ ‬عطرو‭ ‬طعم‭ ‬و‭ ‬رنگ‭ ‬عشق‭. ‬او‭ ‬صدای‭ ‬خوشی‭ ‬داشت‭ ‬دلنشین‭ ‬و‭ ‬محزون‭ ‬که‭ ‬با‭ ‬زمزمه‭ ‬آهنگهای‭ ‬مرضیه‭ ‬و‭ ‬دلکش‭ ‬شنونده‭ ‬را‭ ‬میبرد‭ ‬به‭ ‬سال‌های‭ ‬دور‮ ‬‭ ‬برنامه‭ ‬گلهای‭ ‬رنگارنگ‭.‬

خوش‭ ‬رو‭ ‬و‭ ‬میهمان‭ ‬نواز‭ ‬بود‭ ‬و‭ ‬همیشه‭ ‬گل‭ ‬سرسبد‭ ‬جعمهای‭ ‬دوستانه‭. ‬پیگیر‭ ‬اخبار‭ ‬دیارش‭ ‬بود‭ ‬و‭ ‬دلش‭ ‬برای‭ ‬وطنش‭ ‬و‭ ‬آن‭ ‬همه‭ ‬بی‭ ‬عدالتی‭ ‬که‭ ‬در‭ ‬حق‭ ‬هموطنانش‭ ‬می‌شد،‭ ‬بدرد‭ ‬می‭ ‬آمد‭. ‬و‭ ‬به‭ ‬معنای‭ ‬واقعی‭ ‬او‭ ‬یک‭ ‬دنیا‭ ‬عشق‭ ‬بود

رفتنش‭ ‬غم‭ ‬بزرگیست‭ ‬و‭ ‬ما‭ ‬را‭ ‬گریزی‭ ‬نیست‭ ‬که‭ ‬با‭ ‬خاطرات‭ ‬شیرینش‭ ‬دل‭ ‬خوش‭ ‬کنیم‭ ‬و‭ ‬ادامه‭ ‬راهش‭ ‬را‭ ‬با‭ ‬مرور‭ ‬آن‭ ‬همه‭ ‬خاطرات‭ ‬زیبا‭ ‬که‭ ‬در‭ ‬پس‭ ‬ذهنمان‭ ‬از‭ ‬او‭ ‬به‭ ‬یادگار‭ ‬داریم،‭ ‬هموارتر‭ ‬کنیم‭.‬یادش‭ ‬جاودان‭ ‬و‭ ‬به‭ ‬دور‭ ‬از‭ ‬قیل‭ ‬و‭ ‬قال‭ ‬این‭ ‬دنیای‭ ‬فانی

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