He drives a late model luxury car. He lives in an exclusive neighborhood with the right zip code. His clothing alone costs a small fortune. But then you see his bank statements and are shocked to learn that he is barely making ends meet. You share the story with your wise Persian mother. And, in explaining the lengths to which some people will go to maintain appearances, she tells you:
His red cheeks are from slapping his own face.
(DAreh bA seelee sooratesho sorkh mikoneh)
The Pauper Wears Prada
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