Nasser City, Cairo, Egypt
March 26th, 2008
Good: Yesterday we went to my cousin Akram's house. His wife Fariyal made a delicious dinner. I hope to get some of the recipes. His two sons regaled us with tales about public schools that made Rinda's schools look normal. Fariyal is especially fond of my father so she was particularly delighted to see us. She likes my father so much that she has an 8x10 portrait of him up on the wall of her bedroom. His was the only portrait in the room. Too bad I can't attach the picture.
Bad: I am starting to get sad about leaving. Five full days after today.
Surprising: How well school work is going. We have managed to keep fights to a minimum and we seem to be keeping up a good pace. We divided the work in 5th and we are 2/5 through. Kalin and Maya are more self motivated that ever. In many ways they are doing independent study with some support. They have to pace themselves which I realize will be good preparation for the future.
Tonight the Sound and Light at the Pyramids-inshaallah. Though we have made that plan before...
3 comments:
Hey, Fab 4! (oh, sorry, Love Duck, I mean, Fab 5)! I'm finally caught up with your adventures in Egypt just as you are getting ready to leave. It all looks and sounds so wonderful! And to actually hear from Kalin--what a treat! I'm curious about what it is about Egypt that sparks Kalin so. You all are amazing - happy transitions!
Thanks for sending us these missives.It is such fun to read about your adventures. It carries me with you and brings me peace to know you are doing well.Blessings to all. When you get to Mexico I'll send you brief Spanish lessons.Love, Sondra
Wow, I'm loving reading all these posts! Kalin and Maya, you are so wise and mature.
What a blessing to have family far away from home.
My brother Jim was released from prison on Saturday, the day before Easter, and we got to share Easter together.
We're thinking of you often. Stay cool in Egypt, warm in Hungary!
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