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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
Friday Before Ramadan
I woke up with Sparky’s face in mine. Then he stared off into the distance for a while before getting off the blanket so I could get up and take him out. The two guys in the dining room with … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Food, Media, People, Photography, Places, Water
Tagged American Alley, Bahrain, Dragon Hotel, expat, Royal Camel Farm, vacation
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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 2
We pour our water and as soon as Ali says food I’m the first in line. I’m grateful for this only because I get the opportunity to take a picture of the design on the hummus before dipping the large … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Art, Fiber Arts, Food, Forts, History, Media, Military, People, Photography, Places
Tagged Bahrain, expat, museum, restaurant, transportation
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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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