50 Fils

Remember the other day we were at a store and when I got my change the cashier shorted me 50 fils, saying she didn't have it? I told you that never happenend to me before. Well last night I was exploring the co-op near the new Central Market and when making a few purchases (lemon almonds, dried figs, and Jordanian green olives) the total came to 20 dhs and 50 fils and the cashier told me to just give her 20 dhs. Sometimes it does all come out in the wash. By the way, that co-op is a good store and we should shop there more often.

Blackberry Ban

I'm sure you've heard by now that come October Blackberry service will be suspended in the UAE. The National has had numerous articles on the subject and also some letters to the editor from readers.

Reflection on Self-Portrait

Not really an extraordinary self-portrait, but check out the reflection I accidentally captured in the window.

2 August 2010: Lounge About

Yesterday I woke up feeling tired. It occurred to me that I rarely just stay in bed all day so that's what I did (accompanied by 2 books). Here's a quote I came across in The Behaviour of Moths during my all day lounge about: "Sometimes ... I'll stay in bed all day, quite happy thinking my thoughts, undisturbed and unnoticed."

90/10

That's me in my new shirt. As part of my new 90/10 life practice I'm going to wear it all the time.

New Do

Recognize this guy who works at a store near bin Salama? The store has a new sign and he shaved his head.

Mawaqif

I snapped this photo for you since you seem more and more fascinated with the Abu Dhabi parking situation.