Cedars Of God

Cedars of God

The Cedars of God, an oasis of precious cedar trees. Specifically the Lebanon cedar which is a species native to the mountains around Bsharri in the Kadisha Valley.

Once the mountains here were covered with forests of cedars.… Read the rest

Too Busy, Too Tired

Too Busy, Too Tired

“I’m too busy” I think to myself on the commute home, “I’m just too tired to go out tonight”.  It’s been a bit of a rough day at work.  After a day like today, going out isn’t the most appealing thought.… Read the rest

First Impressions

Clock Tower outside the Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theater

There are many words to describe my first impressions of Tbilisi, yet none of them quite capture the vibe of the Old Town or just how excited I am to be here.

Statues outside the Hotel Ambassadori

It’s still early and I have checked in to the Museum Hotel Orbeliani, dropped my bags and logged in to finalise a few last work emails before the long weekend really sets in. … Read the rest