Category Archives: Travel

Sunset Safari

We walked to breakfast at Talay, the hotel’s restaurant on the water, at 5:50 and were going to sit outside, but got overwhelmed by the size of the buffet, so we chose a table nearby the juice-water-yogurt stand. We were brought fresh … Continue reading

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Awesome Drive Through Abu Dhabi

I woke up at 2:45 and jumped out of bed. Checked the time and went back to sleep. I woke again at 5:15, same thing, but this time I heard a hair dryer, so I got up myself. I love … Continue reading

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Amazing Day in Abu Dhabi

I woke an hour before my alarm went off. I walked the dogs to the beach when everyone else is up doing the same thing before the sun bakes the bricks. I double-checked everything, washed my dishes from last night, … Continue reading

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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

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Entering the Desert Where I Shall Dwell: Part One

Up in the air at 1am and breakfast is served 45 minutes later. We are given the option of a crêpe or omelette. We decide to get one each and share. I put some cherry jelly on my stuffed crêpe and go … Continue reading

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