I spent yesterday afternoon in my old neighborhood where I lived last fall, only to hear this morning that there was a thwarted ISIS terrorist attack just yesterday evening. It happened at a café just a block from where I… Read more >
Just so no one worries – I have had some fine hot meals this week. I got my hands on a grilled chicken and it kept me happy for a few days. Also, a wonderful lady brought me a plate… Read more >
I’ve been trying to jot down a few thoughts and recap some highlights from my first week. It has only been a week but somehow it feels like 3 weeks. Heat I haven’t taken my jackets off at any point… Read more >
Lebanon gave me a warm welcome upon my return after 30 hours of travel. Not! It was cold and rainy, although not as cold as the subfreezing temps I left in VA upon my departure. However, it was cold shower… Read more >
The year 2016 falls into two categories – there was pre- my brother’s car accident and post – accident. Not only is this how all of us began to think during this time but I feel it was the accident… Read more >
Because I couldn’t stay away from Lebanese food for even a few more weeks before returning to Beirut, I broke down and tried a new place in Richmond with my mother. The proprietor was a Lebanese who was delighted to… Read more >
There seems to be nothing that will quite make you as thankful as spending time away from home or from your home country. I am grateful to be home for the holidays after 12 weeks in Beirut. I will be… Read more >
Lebanon is one of the better places in the Middle East for Christians to safely and legally practice their faith. However, they still do not experience the freedom of the USA. My first evening at the church was encountered with… Read more >
I cannot believe that I have been here for over 3 weeks now! Time is flying by! I thought I would jot down some of my observations of life in Lebanon from my first weeks here. I hope to write… Read more >
School My first few days have been a whirlwind of activity, including walking all over the city. And I do mean ALL over. We racked up about 20 miles in 3 days! But this past week the fun and games… Read more >