He stretches his arms… cracks his knuckles…. loosens himself….. ready to post….
About time too!
It lasted 12 days…. it was relaxing…. it was humid…. and pretty damn hot! But it was excellent!
For those who don’t know, I have spent the first 15 years of my life in Dubai. I went back “home” to re-visit memories, to meet family – some of whom I have not met for about 15 years, to relax a little I guess, and most importantly – to try and get to grips with the direction in which my life is moving.
I guess I was able to hit home on all bases… I had a good time to reflect on the last 2.5-3 years, and where I want to be in the years to come….
Spending time in Dubai itself was fantastic! I was amazed that I could still recognise most areas 8 years after my last visit. I thought about driving myself around, exploring parts of the city, but decided against it after experiencing racetrack driving on the roads. That responsibility then fell on MA (formerly of Changing Direction without my GPS…), who took great care of me, and got me to everywhere whenever I needed to get there…. Thanks again big guy! 
I ate a lot on holiday…. I was planning on losing a little bit of weight, and no matter how much I sweat (and sweat I did!), I have put on a couple more kilos…. I guess with Ramadan coming up, I will lose some weight for sure. A full post on the Islamic calendar month of Ramadan coming up next week!
I also had an opportunity to meet a fellow blogger – Lhjunkie. It is the first time that I have met a blogger; MA doesn’t count because we are related. I guess I am a little shy meeting new people , but do warm-up to them soon enough. Nice meeting you either ways U.
I feel quite refreshed now that I am back from holiday, I think I noticed the “increased productivity” within my first week. Will it be sustainable? Well…. we’ll see! I am still catching up on posts on Google reader, still a fair way to go – I still have guests at my place… so waiting to grab a spare moment next week.
The Dubai trip was very good, very refreshing, and very memorable. I had a moment to reflect on myself, and life in general. I have also made a couple of work related contacts, and I may be back there again soon….
Life is taking an interesting turn again….
{ 2 comments }
Sounds like you had a wonderful time! I ate way too much on my vacation and really need to refocus about starting to workout!
It was lovely meeting you, too!
I do hope you come down again soon.
Comments on this entry are closed.