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Sunday, August 10, 2014

update

I quit taking my meds 2x a day. I now only take one round after I eat. The past 5 days I have not had one dizzy spell! Saturday I will go to the doctor to see if I can stop taking the meds for at least a trial period. It will be wonderful to not have to take these meds again. Sign in to see full entry.

tonight

Tonight we went to the illegal outdoor market. This is a large market that sells just about anything you want. They just don't have permits to do so. A7mad said one time they tried to arrest people and they had a huge riot on their hands. The trash swirls all around. It's set up in a bus stop. Buses... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, August 9, 2014

The Cairo Tower

Last night we took a cab to the Andolos Garden. Admission is only 3 Egyptian Pounds which is less than 50 cents each person. It was made when the Moors had occupied Spain all those centuries ago. It covers about 2 or 3 acres of land. It's full of greenery with places to sit and have a juice or ice... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, August 7, 2014

Nile Cruise

Down the steps Onto the dock They come in twos, threes and more Seating assigned Guests line up Self-serve buffet Occasional clatter of plates From young ones too small to carry own Waiters bring j uice or soda Crowd sated Ready for the entertainment The ship departs Singers warm up the crowd Loud... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Nile Queen

She reclines They painstakingly carry her Careful not to tilt to one side or the other Steady Balanced Her ship awaits her They lower the palanquin She graces the commander with an audience Bowsmen line the sides Below deck the men sit Glistening with sweat Awaiting the crack of the whip It snaps... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Cairo Zoo

There are some things that I liked better there than at the St. Louis Zoo. Each is very unique. Both used to be in the top 10 zoos around the world. Now Giza's (Cairo's) zoo ranks in the top ten of the worst zoos. It was expelled from the World Zoo Association. St. Louis Zoo still ranks in the top... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, July 31, 2014

Eid

The new moon sighted It's seven at night Final day of Ramadan ends Streets blocked off Only foot traffic in Tahir Square Couples walk leisurely Where normally traffic is congested One street over music booms Vendors on mics beckon the crowd to buy Lines for ice cream Large helium balloons in all... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, July 25, 2014

The Market

Long narrow intersecting streets Lined with shops Each street with its own line of wares Whatever your heart's desire Can be found on one of these streets Merchants sit outside to enjoy the sun Awaiting a customer with whom to bargain Dresses, scarves and belly dancing attire In many hues and... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Ramadan

Sea of scarves wrapped in different ways Various styles and rainbow of colors Flutter with the occasional breeze Men call to pedestrians passing by Each trying to fill their restaurant outdoor seating Fireworks momentarily pause conversations Vendors mingle among those already seated Hawking bubbles... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 20, 2014

part 65

“The Mahmoud, he is crazy.” Is all that he says. “Yes he is. I am just letting you know.” Your lack of anger tells me you don’t give a shit! The elevator arrives. A7mad is not in it. He must be waiting down below. I pull my suitcases in the elevator. “If you need anything let me know.” Noaman says.... Sign in to see full entry.

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