my car is relatively clean now
this is why i had to buy a 4x4. this is an example of a road 'diversion'. they simply close the road where they need to do work and let you off road around it.
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01/11/2008 14:00 #42839
holy RAIN batman!Category: about doha
I was going to post my new year photos but this is much more important. Mark your calendars folks, today in Doha, it RAINED. It rained ALL DAY LONG!!! I was so excited. I just stood out there looking toward the heavens letting it fall gently on my face. It's the very first day in my 7 months in Doha that I didn't have to wear my sunglasses.
my car is relatively clean now
this is why i had to buy a 4x4. this is an example of a road 'diversion'. they simply close the road where they need to do work and let you off road around it.
my car is relatively clean now
this is why i had to buy a 4x4. this is an example of a road 'diversion'. they simply close the road where they need to do work and let you off road around it.
01/10/2008 16:05 #42821
sandstormCategory: potpourri
So the sandstorm lasted quite a while. Take a look at my car (sorry, she hasn't revealed her name to me yet).
I've been on duty since the night I returned. Thankfully most students are still away on vacations so it's pretty quiet. It's also very cool outside! We're between 60-70 now that 'winter' has officially blown in with the northern winds. People here are bundled up like north pole expeditioners!
I'm just wrapping up Zelda: Twilight Princess. In the beginning I honestly didn't like the idea of running around as a wolf, but it got better once you could transform at will. Just going round collecting all the hearts and bugs for extra padding before I meet the big boss.
I've also been using my down time to GREATLY enjoy watching La Femme Nikita, as in the tv show that used to air on USA. I loved that show so much, hence my code name Nikita for all spy missions. I finally own the entire series and I vowed to wait until I did before I began watching any of them, so I could enjoy weeks of unending joy. Weeks of espionage, betrayal, treason, 'cancellations', psychological warfare, and of course, the beautiful Michael played by Roy Dupuis. Mmmm.
Just desserts everyone, karma likes it sweet!
I've been on duty since the night I returned. Thankfully most students are still away on vacations so it's pretty quiet. It's also very cool outside! We're between 60-70 now that 'winter' has officially blown in with the northern winds. People here are bundled up like north pole expeditioners!
I'm just wrapping up Zelda: Twilight Princess. In the beginning I honestly didn't like the idea of running around as a wolf, but it got better once you could transform at will. Just going round collecting all the hearts and bugs for extra padding before I meet the big boss.
I've also been using my down time to GREATLY enjoy watching La Femme Nikita, as in the tv show that used to air on USA. I loved that show so much, hence my code name Nikita for all spy missions. I finally own the entire series and I vowed to wait until I did before I began watching any of them, so I could enjoy weeks of unending joy. Weeks of espionage, betrayal, treason, 'cancellations', psychological warfare, and of course, the beautiful Michael played by Roy Dupuis. Mmmm.
Just desserts everyone, karma likes it sweet!
theecarey - 01/11/08 00:50
mwhahahahahahahahahahahahahhaha
haha
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mwhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
that shits good for the abs.
nice "winter" too.
mwhahahahahahahahahahahahahhaha
haha
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mwhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
that shits good for the abs.
nice "winter" too.
libertad - 01/10/08 20:36
That must be awful for the paint! At least you don't have road salt...blah
That must be awful for the paint! At least you don't have road salt...blah
metalpeter - 01/10/08 20:31
I know I saw the movie but not sure if I ever saw the show. On a side note I had to re read the name I read it as Michelle for some reason. Glad you are enjoying the show.
I know I saw the movie but not sure if I ever saw the show. On a side note I had to re read the name I read it as Michelle for some reason. Glad you are enjoying the show.
jenks - 01/10/08 20:00
My sister just sent me a mix she made, and on first glance, the title was "la femme nikita".
then I looked a little closer, and realized it's La Femme NikAta. (her name is Kate.) And she photoshopped herself into the movie poster. It's awesome. :)
My sister just sent me a mix she made, and on first glance, the title was "la femme nikita".
then I looked a little closer, and realized it's La Femme NikAta. (her name is Kate.) And she photoshopped herself into the movie poster. It's awesome. :)
jbeatty - 01/10/08 19:39
My vehicle looks vaguely similar. Although for different reasons.
My vehicle looks vaguely similar. Although for different reasons.
mrmike - 01/10/08 16:51
Images like that and the car will be the Sand Dollar. Would a snow brush from the artic desert of B-Lo help?
Images like that and the car will be the Sand Dollar. Would a snow brush from the artic desert of B-Lo help?
01/06/2008 13:49 #42768
back in the do-haCategory: travels
After a 1 hour delay in Buffalo, a 6 hour layover in D.C., a 12 hour plane ride, and 2 hours waiting for luggage that didn't come...I'm home. I arrived safely in Doha this evening and was greeted with my first major sand storm. It's crazy out there!
I promise I'll post photos soon and write much more but I'm exhausted and really want to sleep. Happy New Year everyone, it was so wonderful to see you :)
I promise I'll post photos soon and write much more but I'm exhausted and really want to sleep. Happy New Year everyone, it was so wonderful to see you :)
leetee - 01/07/08 09:57
Welcome "Home". Glad you made it safe and sound. Was wonderful to see you and hang out with you and giggle with you (even though everyone else thought we were crazy). Looking forward to the pictures. :)
Welcome "Home". Glad you made it safe and sound. Was wonderful to see you and hang out with you and giggle with you (even though everyone else thought we were crazy). Looking forward to the pictures. :)
ladycroft - 01/07/08 09:43
i didn't have time paul, i'll just figure it out from this end, no worries!
i didn't have time paul, i'll just figure it out from this end, no worries!
fellyconnelly - 01/07/08 09:22
Glad you made it back. Sorry I didn't get to meet you (again) but that was my fault for being absent from reality for so long!
Glad you made it back. Sorry I didn't get to meet you (again) but that was my fault for being absent from reality for so long!
paul - 01/06/08 15:00
Did you get the vaio cord from Dave?
Did you get the vaio cord from Dave?
01/01/2008 12:57 #42710
you all made me very happyIt was wonderful to see everyone at the party last night! It was hard keeping my visit a secret but I wanted to surprise as many people as possible. I got to see the friendly faces I knew would be there, meet a few new faces, and a few faces I didn't expect to be there.
However, BOO on all you peeps who's faces weren't there!!!
I'm in the country a few more days so I'd like to do something. Maybe a peep dinner on Thursday? Does that sound good to anyone?
I really missed you all and it brought me a lot of joy to see you again, spend time with you, and I especially loved the hugs :)
Happy New Year estrip!
However, BOO on all you peeps who's faces weren't there!!!
I'm in the country a few more days so I'd like to do something. Maybe a peep dinner on Thursday? Does that sound good to anyone?
I really missed you all and it brought me a lot of joy to see you again, spend time with you, and I especially loved the hugs :)
Happy New Year estrip!
drew - 01/02/08 11:35
Sounds good. But we've spent most of our holiday money. Somewhere cheap?
Sounds good. But we've spent most of our holiday money. Somewhere cheap?
mrmike - 01/01/08 20:53
Would definitely be up for a peep dinner before you head out -- Say the word, I'm in
Would definitely be up for a peep dinner before you head out -- Say the word, I'm in
metalpeter - 01/01/08 17:48
It was great seeing you again. There are a few peeps that I thought might be there who where not (I won't say any names). Reason I won't is because I assume they had someplace else they had to be or had other commitments. Hopefully you will be able to see the people you didn't see. If something is going on Thursday I would like to be a part of it. I think that would be a good idea cause when you left you never did have time for a going away party do to the time constrants and all the stuff you had to do. On a side note I can't wait to see your pictures and in case I didn't say it last night Happy New Year.
It was great seeing you again. There are a few peeps that I thought might be there who where not (I won't say any names). Reason I won't is because I assume they had someplace else they had to be or had other commitments. Hopefully you will be able to see the people you didn't see. If something is going on Thursday I would like to be a part of it. I think that would be a good idea cause when you left you never did have time for a going away party do to the time constrants and all the stuff you had to do. On a side note I can't wait to see your pictures and in case I didn't say it last night Happy New Year.
james - 01/01/08 16:21
I was actually unconvinced it was you for most of the evening. I kept wondering "who is this woman that keeps referring to herself as LadyCroft?"
But it was a pleasure seeing you again.
I was actually unconvinced it was you for most of the evening. I kept wondering "who is this woman that keeps referring to herself as LadyCroft?"
But it was a pleasure seeing you again.
paul - 01/01/08 14:41
Thanks for making it out to the party!
Thanks for making it out to the party!
12/30/2007 10:51 #42681
as 2008 rings inCategory: new year
On the eve of each new year we often reflect on our lives. As I do this dear e-strippers, I wish you joy that never ends and happiness with all your family and friends.
Where were you when 2007 began?
At PMT's in Ab Fab gear
Who were you with?
everyone
Where will you be when 2007 ends?
Unkown
Whom will you be with when 2007 ends?
Unkown
Was 2007 a good year for you?
Very. Probably the single most growing year of my life. I battled depression, graduated again, landed a dream job, bought a new car, traveled, and learned a lot about how strong I really am.
What was your favorite moment of the year?
Stepping on the plane in Buffalo that would start my journey to my new home. It was scary and exciting like I've never known before.
What was your least favorite moment of the year?
Being told I wasn't worth knowing.
Did you reach your New Year 2007 goals?
I crossed off almost everything on my list!
Did you fall in love in 2007?
No.
Did you breakup with anyone in 2007?
Friends, yes.
Did you make any new friends in 2007?
Yes.
What was your favorite month of 2007?
May
Did you travel outside of the US in 2007?
Canada, Qatar, Turkey and Greece
How many different states did you travel to in 2007?
Florida, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
Did you lose anybody close to you in 2007?
Yes.
Did you miss anybody in the past year?
EVERYBODY
What was your favorite movie that you saw in 2007?
Death at a Funeral (it's hysterical)
What was your favorite song in 2007?
She's my ride home by Blue October
What was your favorite album in 2007?
Well, what I listened to the most was Black Parade by My Chemical Romance
What was your proudest moment of 2007?
Being offered a great job just 3 hours before graduation.
What was your most embarrassing moment of 2007?
Falling for a 'line' when I knew it was a lie.
If you could go back in time to any moment of 2007 and change something, what would it be?
I'd make sure I had more than 2 day's notice to pack up my life and move half way around the world!
What are your goals for 2008?
Visit family and friends around Europe
Paint my apartment
Get much better at guitar
Go camping in the desert
Go duning - weeee
Get open water SCUBA certified
Travel to Singapore, Cambodia, and China
Don't make assumptions
Always do my best
And try not to take things personally!
Where were you when 2007 began?
At PMT's in Ab Fab gear
Who were you with?
everyone
Where will you be when 2007 ends?
Unkown
Whom will you be with when 2007 ends?
Unkown
Was 2007 a good year for you?
Very. Probably the single most growing year of my life. I battled depression, graduated again, landed a dream job, bought a new car, traveled, and learned a lot about how strong I really am.
What was your favorite moment of the year?
Stepping on the plane in Buffalo that would start my journey to my new home. It was scary and exciting like I've never known before.
What was your least favorite moment of the year?
Being told I wasn't worth knowing.
Did you reach your New Year 2007 goals?
I crossed off almost everything on my list!
Did you fall in love in 2007?
No.
Did you breakup with anyone in 2007?
Friends, yes.
Did you make any new friends in 2007?
Yes.
What was your favorite month of 2007?
May
Did you travel outside of the US in 2007?
Canada, Qatar, Turkey and Greece
How many different states did you travel to in 2007?
Florida, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
Did you lose anybody close to you in 2007?
Yes.
Did you miss anybody in the past year?
EVERYBODY
What was your favorite movie that you saw in 2007?
Death at a Funeral (it's hysterical)
What was your favorite song in 2007?
She's my ride home by Blue October
What was your favorite album in 2007?
Well, what I listened to the most was Black Parade by My Chemical Romance
What was your proudest moment of 2007?
Being offered a great job just 3 hours before graduation.
What was your most embarrassing moment of 2007?
Falling for a 'line' when I knew it was a lie.
If you could go back in time to any moment of 2007 and change something, what would it be?
I'd make sure I had more than 2 day's notice to pack up my life and move half way around the world!
What are your goals for 2008?
Visit family and friends around Europe
Paint my apartment
Get much better at guitar
Go camping in the desert
Go duning - weeee
Get open water SCUBA certified
Travel to Singapore, Cambodia, and China
Don't make assumptions
Always do my best
And try not to take things personally!
libertad - 12/31/07 14:02
Mike and I loved Death at a Funeral. His parents liked it too. I want to see it again. Um, I miss you!
Mike and I loved Death at a Funeral. His parents liked it too. I want to see it again. Um, I miss you!
metalpeter - 12/30/07 11:30
I Hope/wish that whoever you are with and where ever that is on New Years Eve that you have a good time. I was going to say that I wish your 2008 is better then 2007 was. With most people that had a good year that is often unrealistic and if that where to happen every year then life would hit a peak about say 40 and they might as well pack it in cause life would be over. My point is that I hope 2008 is a great year for you it sounds like 2007 was. If 2008 can be better then 2007 then that is a bonus and I would say the goal is to be better then 2007 and for you I hope it is. I also hope that nothing bad happens for you also and that 2008 is great for you. On a side note I can't believe someone said you weren't worth knowing. I can understand that people can sometimes not get along and have problems and say hurtful things and get really personal and nasty and cross lines that shouldn't be crossed be that is just to mean and nasty. I do like that you don't do resolutions, I don't do them either I'm guessing for different reasons. That being said I'm kinda doing two but I'm keeping them to my self since I won't stick to them anyways.
I wanted to say a couple things about music. I think KT Tunstall is a hottie or at least I did. That "Black Parade" CD is pretty good. I admit I only listened to it once but I do that with most of my CDs.
I had some other comment I was going to say but lost it somewhere. It was something about how at the last party I was talking to (e:Jason) (yes jason showed up for the pot luck) and I was telling him about how awesome you where at the Halloween Party at your house (yes over a year ago) [yeah old story] but I hadn't seen him in a long time. Hope 2008 is great and that you start it off with a good time.
I Hope/wish that whoever you are with and where ever that is on New Years Eve that you have a good time. I was going to say that I wish your 2008 is better then 2007 was. With most people that had a good year that is often unrealistic and if that where to happen every year then life would hit a peak about say 40 and they might as well pack it in cause life would be over. My point is that I hope 2008 is a great year for you it sounds like 2007 was. If 2008 can be better then 2007 then that is a bonus and I would say the goal is to be better then 2007 and for you I hope it is. I also hope that nothing bad happens for you also and that 2008 is great for you. On a side note I can't believe someone said you weren't worth knowing. I can understand that people can sometimes not get along and have problems and say hurtful things and get really personal and nasty and cross lines that shouldn't be crossed be that is just to mean and nasty. I do like that you don't do resolutions, I don't do them either I'm guessing for different reasons. That being said I'm kinda doing two but I'm keeping them to my self since I won't stick to them anyways.
I wanted to say a couple things about music. I think KT Tunstall is a hottie or at least I did. That "Black Parade" CD is pretty good. I admit I only listened to it once but I do that with most of my CDs.
I had some other comment I was going to say but lost it somewhere. It was something about how at the last party I was talking to (e:Jason) (yes jason showed up for the pot luck) and I was telling him about how awesome you where at the Halloween Party at your house (yes over a year ago) [yeah old story] but I hadn't seen him in a long time. Hope 2008 is great and that you start it off with a good time.
You have the coolest license plate.
That off roading looks really fun. but did it rain enough to "Go Mudding" as they say. I'm surprised there is no picture of you "singing In the rain, I'm singing in the rain" (kidding). I don't know enough about weather to know but I wonder if the Snow in Iran become rain in Doha. As I side note I look forward to seeing your New Years and Dinner pictures. I'm sure I will Borrow some of them. Oh yeah hope you had fun in the rain.
Yay for rain in Doha! I bet you were not singing "rain rain go away come again some other day" :O)
I wonder if they freaked out and drove like idiots in the snow causing accidents like they do here.
It also snowed in Baghdad today. How awesome is that?