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My Thoughts on Ramadan
Ramadan was the hottest month in Islāmic history. It was a time of less food and water, so during their fasting it’s not just for starving or dehydration, it’s a time of contemplation and reflection, of spiritual growth, and commitment. It’s … Continue reading
Our Second Weekend Starts
Last night we went to bed at 9pm. I got some good sleep before Miley Cyrus came blasting through our window at 3am. Let me clarify – it was her song Wrecking Ball, not her pulling off some Kool-Aid Man … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Food, History, Photography, Places, Plants
Tagged Bahrain, expat, Noodle Factory, Seef Mall, Tree of Life
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Cultural Tour of Bahrain, Part 1
Sparky woke us up again so I shut the bedroom door. Then he woke me again by barking hours later and I opened the door. I was going to get up at 4am but I really want to get on … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Education, Fiber Arts, Food, Forts, History, Military, People, Photography, Places
Tagged Bahrain, expat, Grand Mosque, restaurant, shopping
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Day Two at the Brief
I set the alarm early so that I could get online and get some things done before leaving. I ended up taking a shower, emailing Hasan, and checking Facebook. Caleb grabbed his uniform – can’t be worn off base – … Continue reading
Indoctrination Day
I remember Caleb pouring the Rockstar. I remember taking a sip and trying to turn on the TV. This happened around 7pm and the next thing I vaguely remember was Caleb taking me to bed at 9pm. I slept well … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Art, Education, Food, Friends, Media, Military, People
Tagged Bahrain, Dragon Hotel, expat, house hunting, Ramadan
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