We went back to the beach this past weekend. It was windy and a little bit chilly. It is November though, so it is probably appropriate to be cold standing in a wet swimsuit. The wind brought out the kite boarders and they were great entertainment.
I also went to a bazaar and purchased a lovely table runner. I included this picture simply to show it off. I expect lots of oohs and aahs. And yes, the table runner has a large crease in it from being folded, but I am afraid that ironing it might ruin it. There is also the fact that I don't even iron my clothes so why would I iron something for the table.
It is a funny week. In the last post I said that expats seem to go a little crazy to celebrate holidays. Now I understand why. If you don't make an effort to celebrate holidays, then the day comes and goes just like any other day and you are left with a strange empty feeling. In Qatar, Thursday is just another work day, only to Americans is it Thanksgiving. In an attempt to make sure that Thanksgiving isn't forgotten, I am making dessert to share with the office on Thursday. Then on Friday we are having a celebration with our sweet neighbors complete with watching the Cowboy/Brown football game and a feast.
I am just sad that I will not be joining the Holmes family for Thanksgiving this year. Jonathon's family in Chicago has been busy the past few months welcoming new grandchildren into the world and I was looking forward to seeing lots of baby photos. I am also very disappointed that I will not get to sit on Grandpa Lyle's porch and take in this view.
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