@metin.guler06: She converted to Islam after hearing the word "Turk" at 17! 'People think I'm Barbie' March 20, 2024 - 08:35 She grew up in New York, immersed in Christian culture. At 17, her best friend changed her mind about Turks and Turkey. Holly Mara, who started living in Türkiye and converted to Islam, told her story for "Sen Anlat" (Sen Anlat) by saying, "When people first saw me, they thought I was Barbie, and generally thought I was empty." - Holly Mara was born in Chester, New York, in 1985. She had a childhood filled with art in a rural area. " My family supported my sister and me in everything we did," says Holly, who grew up surrounded by Christian culture. A Turkish friend who entered her life at 17 introduced her to Rumi. "Actually, my best friend was Turkish, but not Muslim. He introduced Rumi to me. I saw a prayer rug for the first time with him, I heard the word 'Turkish' for the first time. I also started reading Rumi's books and thoughts, " says Holly Mara. Until she was 16, she hadn't given much thought to the world . So, how did Holly Mara's path intersect with Turkey and Islam? She told

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