That's me (at least for today).
Case in point:
Speakers blast at 4p.m. for one of the many daily calls to prayer and I say (without obviously thinking), "God, doesn't that guy ever shut up."
Not the best thing to say. Although, I guess it's not the worst either.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Morning, afternoon, evening and night
Some great photo slide shows that our paper's photographers put together for our Web site. For those curious what Abu Dhabi looks/feels like, these photos are a far better representation than our crappy "home photos". Click HERE or on the title of this post to check them out.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
R.I.P 2002 Chevy Cavalier
The aftermath of our rollover accident on I-94.
The hill we rolled down.
And what happens to the car after said rolling. Total bummer.
The hill we rolled down.
And what happens to the car after said rolling. Total bummer.
More press on us and the UAE
It looks like while I was in the U.S. two interesting news articles came out. One on the progress of The National and the other on traveling to the UAE.
Click HERE to read an article about The National written by The Guardian titled 'Making waves in the desert'. And click HERE to read about the perceived terrorism threat Brittan warns it's nationals against regarding visiting the UAE.
Click HERE to read an article about The National written by The Guardian titled 'Making waves in the desert'. And click HERE to read about the perceived terrorism threat Brittan warns it's nationals against regarding visiting the UAE.
Back in A.D.
We're back.
And minus a Wes' mustache (hooray!).
Work returns for me tomorrow (boo). Wes went back today (whatev).
Good thing our weekend starts Thursday (double hooray!).
And minus a Wes' mustache (hooray!).
Work returns for me tomorrow (boo). Wes went back today (whatev).
Good thing our weekend starts Thursday (double hooray!).
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
TOTAL-ly annoying
Last night, on the way back from Chicago, our car got totaled. Yup, my car I've had since early college is no more.
While I was asleep (imagine my surprise as I awoke) Wes swerved to miss some deer who were leaping across 1-94. Well, when he swerved he lost control and rolled down the giant ditch until we landed sideways. I'd never been in a car accident really so it was kind of interesting.
We're fine for the most part (my right hand is cut up and some how the shattering glass windows gave me a slight hair cut but nothing that most will notice). But the cop was alluding at how lucky we are to have worn our seatbelt or we'd probably be dead or something. I bet they tell all the girls that.
So now we're in Watervilet, Michigan.. at the Ramada.
What does all of this mean to you, people in Michigan? Well, if I was supposed to come visit you it ain't gonna happen now. All the effort on visits is pushed to your side of the fence. We're done with the driving.
While I was asleep (imagine my surprise as I awoke) Wes swerved to miss some deer who were leaping across 1-94. Well, when he swerved he lost control and rolled down the giant ditch until we landed sideways. I'd never been in a car accident really so it was kind of interesting.
We're fine for the most part (my right hand is cut up and some how the shattering glass windows gave me a slight hair cut but nothing that most will notice). But the cop was alluding at how lucky we are to have worn our seatbelt or we'd probably be dead or something. I bet they tell all the girls that.
So now we're in Watervilet, Michigan.. at the Ramada.
What does all of this mean to you, people in Michigan? Well, if I was supposed to come visit you it ain't gonna happen now. All the effort on visits is pushed to your side of the fence. We're done with the driving.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
10 Things Elysia wants to do in the U.S.
1. See/snuggle/pet/cuddle/walk/treat/sleep with her dog.
2. See family & friends (sorry, you guys are second... Cassie is basically my child. You understand.).
3. Drink/buy booze the normal way.
4. SEE an uncensored movie in a non-mobile ringing/talking theater where the lights DON'T come on before the movie is over.
5. Eat pork (if I want to) and eat Taco Bell AND Olga's STAT.
6. See a concert (sadly, it's not higher up the list because I'm not looking forward to Michigan's smoking in public places policy. No worries though, we already have plans for the Trachtenberg Family Slideshow Players show).
7. Not work. (Guess that should be higher up.)
8. Go to Chicago and drink with the Beer Guy!
9. Go thrifting.
10. Plan the Detroit wedding.
2. See family & friends (sorry, you guys are second... Cassie is basically my child. You understand.).
3. Drink/buy booze the normal way.
4. SEE an uncensored movie in a non-mobile ringing/talking theater where the lights DON'T come on before the movie is over.
5. Eat pork (if I want to) and eat Taco Bell AND Olga's STAT.
6. See a concert (sadly, it's not higher up the list because I'm not looking forward to Michigan's smoking in public places policy. No worries though, we already have plans for the Trachtenberg Family Slideshow Players show).
7. Not work. (Guess that should be higher up.)
8. Go to Chicago and drink with the Beer Guy!
9. Go thrifting.
10. Plan the Detroit wedding.
8 hours and counting...
We're about 8 hours until we arrive at the Abu Dhabi airport for liftoff.
Before reaching Detroit we'll have a 2 hour layover in Amsterdam. The whole trip is supposed to take about 18 hours. Sounds fun, right?
Anyway, stay tuned for blog updates. We're traveling with laptop!
Before reaching Detroit we'll have a 2 hour layover in Amsterdam. The whole trip is supposed to take about 18 hours. Sounds fun, right?
Anyway, stay tuned for blog updates. We're traveling with laptop!
Friday, June 06, 2008
Yea, we're lazy like that
I know we haven't updated this blog religiously in awhile. Things have been really busy but we're mostly being lazy because we'll be home soon.
Yup. We head to the airport Wednesday night (our time)!
We're beyond excited. T-minus 5 days!
Yup. We head to the airport Wednesday night (our time)!
We're beyond excited. T-minus 5 days!
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Vegas baby! Vegas!
Elysia will OFFICIALLY be in Las Vegas from September 4-11th!
While I'll be there on work related matters (this year's Society of Newspaper Design conference) that doesn't tarnish the fact that I'll be in Vegas!
Did I mention I'll be in Vegas?
Oh, and when I'm not staying at the Red Rock Resort & Spa for the conference it looks like I may be at the Bellagio.
Tee-hee!
While I'll be there on work related matters (this year's Society of Newspaper Design conference) that doesn't tarnish the fact that I'll be in Vegas!
Did I mention I'll be in Vegas?
Oh, and when I'm not staying at the Red Rock Resort & Spa for the conference it looks like I may be at the Bellagio.
Tee-hee!
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