Monthly Archives: September 2015

Island getaway

Posted on 28 Sep 2015 by lornaofarabia

My new school takes time off for both Christian and Muslim holidays, creating plenty of opportunity for short trips.  The Eid celebration in the third week of school was our first 5-day weekend this year. It’s still plenty hot here in Cairo but we … Continue reading →

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The last bird of summer

Posted on 20 Sep 2015 by lornaofarabia

In the spring when I accepted my new job in Cairo, I had a special request for the director. Would I be able to take a couple of days off in September to take my daughter to university? My new boss, himself … Continue reading →

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