My son and I were craving our usual order – chicken shawarma and tabouli – from our favorite Middle Eastern takeout spot. I placed the order, and as I was heading out the door, my son called after me, “You better tuck your necklace into your sweatshirt, Ma.”

Lydia Langer, of Buffalo, was pleasantly surprised by a welcoming encounter. 

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