“I look for a sign. Where to go next. you never know when you’ll get one. Even the most faithless among us are waiting to be proven wrong.” ~Jillian Lauren Dear Universe, I know some people find it crazy that I not only believe in signs, but that I also ask for signs, look for them and acknowledge them when …
Random Realizations
“No, no! The adventures first, explanations take such a dreadful time.”~Lewis Carroll, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Dear Universe A few people have asked me if I learned anything during my last round of travels. I’d like to think I am always learning something more. There have been several moments throughout these last weeks when I learned something new, remembered something …
Leaving On a Jet Plane…
“All my bags are packed I’m ready to go… Cause I’m leavin’ on a jet plane Don’t know when I’ll be back again Oh baby, I hate to go…” Dear Universe, Passport not confiscated, but arms were twisted and I was convinced to stay a little longer! But you, Universe, have other plans for me. When the ticket situation didn’t …
How Did I Get Here?
Dear Universe, After spending almost a week in the Cairo heat, I was told we were going to the North Coast of Egypt (Sahl) to cool off by the water. Great, I thought. I love the water. It was about a three hour drive and by the time we arrived it was pitch black. I could hear the sounds of …
Nighttime, Nile Style
Dear Universe, Driving in Cairo is a nightmare. Traffic is always at a standstill, people follow their own rules, lanes don’t really exist, horns beep incessantly, cars come within mere millimeters of each other, motorists maneuver by, pedestrians pop out of nowhere and sometimes, just sometimes, a horse or donkey needs to get through. I would never want to drive …
Market Mayhem
Dear Universe, On my first morning here I had a few moments of peace just strolling through Egypt’s world renowned outdoor market, Khan al Khalili. I never got the chance to go the first time I came. It was a sight to see. And yes, there was some bargaining to be done. Peace didn’t last long though, as vendors swooped …
Museum Marvel
Dear Universe, I have always been intrigued by Ancient Egyptian History. I think even if I wasn’t Egyptian, I would still find it fascinating. In college I studied the subject, learning from a professor who, when he wasn’t teaching, was in Egypt conducting archaeological digs and helping to restore artifacts. He showed the most jaw-dropping slideshows each class. Like I …
So Close, So Far… Seriously
Dear Universe, When I came to Egypt the first time, I was lucky enough to get to the pyramids, be stunned by the Sphinx and yes, ride a camel and live to tell about it. But, as luck would have it, my camera broke. All these incredible moments were missed. When I spotted a camera shop nearby, I had …
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