As I begin writing about the artifacts contained in the National Museum of Beirut, my enthusiasm carries me away and there ends up being too many favorites to fit into just one post.… Read the rest
National Museum Of Beirut – Mosaics
National Museum of Beirut – Sarcophagi
This fabulous museum is hidden behind construction work as I approach with my luggage. It’s my last stop in Beirut before I have to leave and it’s most definitely a must see.
I work my way around the museum, starting on the entrance level, followed by the basement exhibits and leaving the first floor until last. … Read the rest
Lebanese Hospitality
Lebanon. The history! The culture! The food! Oh, the food. But nothing brings this all together to be so delightful, so delectable, so enjoyable than the hospitality. … Read the rest
Byblos
After a morning visiting Jeita Grotto and Harissa, I am keen to get to Byblos. The grotto is a natural wonder, big and impressive, and Harissa has an aura of the pilgrimage, where the significance is not lost on me. … Read the rest
Jeita Grotto and Harissa
My tour is booked and I wake up early in anticipation, earlier than I would wish given how busy the week has been. I am ready in the lobby on the dot of 8am for my 8-8:30am pick up. … Read the rest
Beirut
I find myself in Beirut for work, having arrived late last night and worked all day today, I leave the office feeling less than energetic. There is more work to do but I need a walk and a chance to clear my head. … Read the rest
Tips & Toes
I had a really lovely Mother’s Day this year, Tips & Toes being a highlight. I admit that it’s not quite the same as being in Australia – there were no Mother’s Day school craft or activities to attend and I saw the photos from the annual Mothers Of Boys event with a little pang of regret. … Read the rest
Pyramids and Plans
That first taste. That first glimpse. It’s never enough. It only serves to whet the appetite, as the saying goes. Likewise my first glimpses of Cairo. Plans are swirling.
This is a business trip and, despite knowing that there will most likely not be time to take in the sights, I plan in spite of myself, hopes soaring. … Read the rest
Beautiful Places
I am blessed to have many Beautiful People in my life. Today, we’re celebrating the birthday of one of those beautiful people, Candida. Not only do we get to celebrate with her on her special day but we have been invited to do so in a particularly beautiful place.… Read the rest
Beautiful People
Sometimes in our lives we meet people who touch our hearts. Over time, these beautiful people become our friends, some of these friendships last and some don’t. But there is no denying that we connect better with some people than others.… Read the rest