Creative Meanderings

My ramblings and wanderings through life

  • Just because I am Asian On the outside doesn’t mean I am on the inside. Just because I am Asian On the outside doesn’t mean I want you to be my sugar daddy. Just because I am Asian On the outside doesn’t mean I understand when you practice Ni hao, Konnichiwa or Annyeong haseyo. Just because I am Asian On the outside doesn’t mean I am an excellent student or play classical music.…

  • Kayaking in the mangroves has been an activity that seemed fun to try and with the cooler weather, it’s a good time of year to do it. Before MJ arrived, Groupons had a deal for a kayaking tour and so R got us coupons for it. The location is not far from our apartment, which is a bonus and the mangroves are nice. However, it’s a workout! By the time we reached the…

  • Well, we had a nice Christmas. It was the first time in 20 years or something like that R and his mom were together during the holidays, so I think it was nice for them to be together. Plus, it was the first Christmas for R and I to celebrate in the same house, which was also very nice. Of course, it’s not the same without family and my dearest friends nearby, but…

  • What’s a visit to the UAE without a stop in Dubai? We took MJ for an overnighter in Dubai; stopping to see all the necessary places. I didn’t get as many pics as she did, so will have to wait for them, but here are some highlights: Burj Al Arab   Tip of Burj Khalifa   Entrance to Bastakya Quarters

  • The past week or so I have been having trouble sleeping through the night. It hasn’t been a problem for a while, but for some reason the insomnia-like patterns have returned. To ensure that I sleep, I began taking melatonin again to help me sleep through the night and so far that has been enough to get me the 8 hours or so that I need. Since I was so tired last night…

  • It’s Christmas Eve day and it could be just another Saturday for all I know. Living in a non-Christian country and in a climate with weather like late-spring or early summer in the winter makes it rather difficult to muster up that Christmas spirit. I have a tree up – lights and all – There are even presents under the tree. I’ve watched a Christmas movie or two and am downloading some Christmas…

  • The Al Dhafra Festival happens each year out in the Western Region of Abu Dhabi Emirate. The festival includes the camel beauty contest, camel racing, date packaging contest, a souk (market) of local items and much more. Although it is just over two-hours drive (one-way) to get there, we decided to go for it since MJ is visiting. It was a new experience and quite fun overall, though the drive is rather deadly…

  • On December 16, 2011, Sade performed at Yas Arena in Abu Dhabi. When I heard she was coming, I was super interested, but in keeping with my vow to only attend concerts if they are free or I’m willing to pay for the seated tickets, I wasn’t sure. The cost of the seated tickets were outside of my budget and so I figured it was one I would miss. However, my friend –…

  • Well, this vacay has been slow to feel like a vacation with our visitor here. She’s been a nice one so far and though everything has been quite low-key, I have realized that I need a lot of ‘me-time’ in order to relax and enjoy vacation. That hasn’t really happened yet…. However, I am getting things done here and there. I’ve gone to pottery and am going again today. So, it’s not all…

  • The data collection Phase I of my doctoral research has been unleashed! If you come across my page and/or are in a formal leadership positions (with title and pay), then please click here to complete my survey. Keeping my fingers crossed for a lot of responses and good data! 😀

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