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heading to South Africa!
not for a couple of months, but still...Now that the trip is booked, I'm focused on the need for a new camera. I've got a 6 year old point and shoot pocket camera that I love, but that definitely...
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rugs glorious rugs...
my newest addition - can't begin to describe how soft it is!I went rug shopping this weekend in Bahrain because friends are in the market for carpets. Back when I lived in Kuwait (2001-2003), I used...
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in which I learn an exciting new skill...
you might remember that back in Sept 2011, I was suffering from angst related to my bedroom curtains. Shamefully, that curtain situation has remained the same all these months. I didn't like the plain...
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the big curtain reveal
OK, I should have waited to take a picture in daylight, but I was too impatient. I love the curtains. They are bright and bold and full of color- a stark contrast to the Saudi desert. I added the...
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Saudi sunset
I walked outside tonight to an unusual sight- white clouds in a blue sky is not the norm for Saudi in July. It was 115 degrees in the shade today with 73% humidity, but somehow a sky like this helps...
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taking a break...
I'm taking a wee break from blogging (and life in general)- Brad and I are in South Africa for a few days getting some much needed R&R. Capetown has been magnificent- I cannot recommend it highly...
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just a taste to whet your appetite...
I have a lot of safari stuff in my head that I want to pull together into a post or two, but I cannot resist the urge to share a couple of pictures from our first game drive the very afternoon we...
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Things I learned on safari:Hippos are shy and skittish- don't get between them and their waterhole. Also, a hippo rolling over in a pool is a sight to see- those stumpy legs waving in the air cracked...
View Articlereflections on a difficult week
It has been a hard week for those of us in the Foreign Service, a week filled with sorrow and anger and anxiety. I am actually back home in DC on leave right now, and was on my way to Walt Disney...
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back in the saddle...
First, I want to thank everyone for their kind comments on my last post- they were much appreciated.I'm back in Saudi after a delightful vacation back home in the U.S. and battling jetlag and the shock...
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down the rabbit hole...
We're just finishing up a 10 day holiday here for Eid (I took a brief 5 day trip to Dublin in the middle of it) which was admittedly a welcome respite. Work has been crazy and I am in the middle of...
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Today of all days, I am proud to be an American. Regardless of party affiliation, irrespective of which candidate you support, today I applaud you for exercising your right to vote. I've spent too many...
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Happy Birthday Marines!
Tonight we celebrated the 237th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps. It was a lovely night, especially because for one of the couples at my table it was their first USMC Birthday Ball, and...
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decisions, decisions...
so, as I posted over on AT on Friday (Advice on Creating a Cozy Outdoor Entertaining Area for the Holidays?), I am hoping to make my large outdoor space more cozy for the winter (which is rather...
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DVD cabinet makeover
remember how I was looking for ways to turn my cabinet (on left) into the inspiration cabinet (on right)? Well, here is my new DVD cabinet:I have to say that I love it. My husband, who might not...
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sneak peak at my evolving patio...
Here is a reminder of what my patio looked like for much of the last year.My mom and sis are visiting for Christmas and have been helping me decorate and get a few small projects completed. The...
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Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas!
I have updates and holiday decorations to share, but that will likely happen after my visitors depart.Happy Christmas to all!
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A DIY Start to 2013!
I decided to being the year as I hope to continue- engaged in DIY and other projects to make my home the restful enjoyable space I want it to be. I'll likely be moving in July, but I want to enjoy my...
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The Rub' al-Khali
The Rub' al-Khali (الربع الخالي) or Empty Quarter is the largest sand desert in the world. It covers most of the southern third of the Arabian Peninsula, including much of Saudi Arabia and areas of...
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it seems every time I get a haircut...
I go a little shorter! My regular stylist moved to San Diego just as I got comfortable with my shorter do, so now I'm essentially starting over. The first time with my new stylist, I was conservative...
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rebooting from Belgium
After a year of language training in DC, I am now enjoying the fruits of that labor in the delightful city of Brussels. I arrived at the end of the summer, just in time to enjoy some sun and a quiet...
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The joys of shopping in Belgium
After three wonderful years, I'm getting ready to leave Belgium. I will miss many things, but one of the things I will miss the most is the secondhand furniture shopping. There are wonderful markets...
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Rabat Medina: A Shopper's Paradise
I moved to Rabat Morocco two years ago, and have been remiss in sharing details about its lovely medinas. Pottery, leather, carpets, metalwork, bespoke furniture- Morocco has a little bit of everything...
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Home Sweet Home
I moved back to DC this past summer and we bought a house that is slowly but surely turning into a home. This corner of the living room is one of my favorite spaces at the moment- a blend of Europe,...
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