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       The Floor of Mecca is White
       March 19th, 2020
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       I saw a picture of Mecca today, and specifically the space
       surrounding the Ka'bah at the center. It was empty. Not a single
       soul praying, doing their seven circles or otherwise fulfilling
       the hajj. It was eerie. It was also white.
       
       The floor, specifically, is a bright white. I guess I've never
       noticed, or never seen it clearly. It's always covered in people.
       Perhaps it was obvious to others. It has lingered with me.