Middle East Melting Pot.
I’ve found it hard to write about amusing or everyday moments that are happening at the moment when my mind is occupied with thinking about the situation in neighbouring countries. […]
I’ve found it hard to write about amusing or everyday moments that are happening at the moment when my mind is occupied with thinking about the situation in neighbouring countries. […]
At the end of the month of Ramadan we celebrate Eid al Fitr. Translating into English as the festival of Fast Breaking, Eid al Fitr is three days of celebration where […]
I’m a bit behind with this post as the month of Ramadan finished on Wednesday night 7th August. During Ramadan Muslims refrain from eating, drinking and other activities during daylight […]
Alia and I today went for a drive with Atef’s dad to Ma’an to visit his sister, Alia’s Great Aunty. Ma’an is about 25 minutes from Wadi Musa. It is […]
One of things that has amazed me most about living in Wadi Musa/Petra, Jordan is the clear distinction between the seasons. Prior to living here, like many people, when I […]
These photos are some of the more unusual wildflowers that I saw, but I think that you’ll agree with me that they are incredibly beautiful. I think these photos are […]
Road side stalls selling fruit and vegetables direct from the grower are very common in Jordan. I should clarify that when I say road side that I literally mean on […]
This spring I’ve had a new eating experience. For the first time I’ve eaten Askadenia. Otherwise known in English as Loquats, these small yellow fruits have the flesh that is […]
“The sun was warm but the wind was chill. You know how it is with an April day. When the sun is out and the wind is still, You’re one […]
We are surrounded by wonderful landscapes and natural beauty. If Atef is not working then we enjoy going “around”. We jump in the car, pick a direction to head out […]