Journey

I live in a city synonymous with bling.  From flash cars and the way individuals dress, the indulgences are hard to...

The optical shop was tight.  There was very little room for anyone to move, especially when there were more than eight...

The shop was in a small back alley of Musaffah, Abu Dhabi’s industrial area.  The entrance was barely one and a...

As part of my continuing education about all things coffee, I found myself intrigued by the differences between a long...

“Would you like your biryani hot or with the regular spice?”   Life instantly reminded me to leave my bravado at...

The Lebanese restaurant was highly rated.  When we arrived, we were surprised to find that it lacked internal seating.  If one wanted...

I look at the boss’s office, a blunt example of idealism meeting reality.  It carried the scars and stains from being...

The office was fundamental, basic, and utilitarian.  Oil, filters, and broken-down furniture dominated.  It was grimy and dirty, more from wear and...

For many competitors, the usual outcome is not winning.  They may have brought their best.  They may have looked competitive, putting everything...

Walking is, for me, often an adventure of looking up, ahead, to my left, and to my right.  I love being...