Merry Humbug

I'm making my list and
I'm checking it twice....

But if I don't get with it, Santa Claus won't be coming to town. To Kyle, to Port Arthur, back to Kyle, to Tennessee, back to Kyle, back to Port Arthur, back to Kyle, and David back in Doha is not boding well with my intended Christmas shopping. My adult onset A.D.D. will not allow it. I'm one that has to "settle in" upon each return, so that's not leaving much time for Santa and his workers. However, I did hit the streets yesterday with one of my elves, aka Kristi, who was great help, but when all was said and done I didn't make a dent in my list. Oh yeah, I didn't have a list. Maybe that's my downfall. Bottom line: If you are in my gift giving line, don't get too excited this year. Bah humbug.



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Meet "The Office"

"Oh, yeah, we have great food in Texas, too, Syb. Take a picture for Qatar!" I guess I just thought that went without saying, but Kellie wanted it documented for posterity. Good point, Kel! The office gang from my pre-Doha life had their office Christmas party this weekend at Larry's French Market in Groves, Texas and graciously invited me. Great Cajun food abounded with a top notch zydeco band playing as I caught up with friends that I hadn't seen in over two years. The weird thing was, it was like we hadn't missed a beat. Rumor has it that my old desk is still referred to as "Sybil's desk", even though I've been off the clock going on three years. I am honored. I do miss working and playing with such a great group of people. Thank you, Ms. Jan Girouard, along with all your associates for the wonderful memories you've given me!

Part of the JGA gang...some of the main cast left before I took pictures :(

Note to the BFF of the OFF: We missed you, Konnie!

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When Cultures Collide

For those interested in knowing what it would be like for an American non Muslim woman to be married to a Muslim Saudi Arabian and living in his homeland, this interview found on a blog titled "Ghada's World" may provide answers to questions that you have. Personally, I found it quite insightful, although tinged with a bit of sadness. Ghada, who lives in the USA interviewed fellow blogger Susie of Saudi Arabia who has her own blog called Susie's Big Adventure that chronicles her life in the Kingdom. I drop in on Susie every now and then not only for her content, but for the great selection of music that her playlist offers. Click here to read the interview. Even though Qatar is known to be more liberal than Saudi, I'm sure American women married to Qatari men have some of the same issues that Susie has. I guess the bottom line is that love has no boundaries, but look before you leap.

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