Writer, journalist, blogger, mother of boys, A380 pilot's wife, sun-worshipper and distracted housewife surrounded by souks, skyscrapers, shopping, sea and sand.
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Tag Archives: Meydan South Dubai
Moving to Meydan: The new house rollercoaster
“So what do you think?” I asked, gazing at the lounge walls in our empty new villa. The smell of fresh paint tickled my nostrils as I waited for DH’s response. I’d gone for three different colours (green, charcoal and … Continue reading
Summer is over: Time to remember the day of the week
The radio silence over the past week was because we were moving house. We couldn’t have picked a better time really – it’s as hot as Hades (see temperature, according to the car, below!) and as humid as a steam … Continue reading
Why must our lush gardens be destroyed?
A sense of calmness usually descends on me when I stand in my garden. There’s something very peaceful about the scent of frangipani and jasmine all around, the birds chirping away in the trees, and the glorious sight of red, pink … Continue reading
CIRCLES IN THE SAND … Marianne Makdisi 