Category Archives: People

On the Winged Stallion to the Land of The Turks

I had a dual birthday party to attend – drink homemade wine, pose for flower-framed photos, write a message in their memory book, hold the baby, post a picture to Instagram, and eat two plates of food in prep for … Continue reading

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Coffee Corniche Co-Op

I’m sitting here regretting not taking notes first thing after the pool. I sat here hungry for three hours being somewhat productive. I set this morning’s alarm for 6:15 but sleep in and shower – it’s 7:40a… and I thought … Continue reading

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Unique Alone Excursion into the UAE

This trip will be unlike any other I’ve ever taken. My plan is to jump out of a working airplane in the Palm Drop Zone of Skydive Dubai – one of the top five spots (according to some websites). I had … Continue reading

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Drooling to Doha

I woke in the middle of the night, which woke Julie, but didn’t keep her from falling back asleep — and back to snoring. I picked up the blanket and moved from the twin beds to the couch with my … Continue reading

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Salty Lamb in Jordan

I wake up after getting less than six hours of sleep and Julie has already eaten and plans to ride a carriage to the Treasury. I went to the toilet and thought about my options and food was first on the list. … Continue reading

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