It's hard to believe that one year ago I set down in this strange, foreign land called Syria full of nerves, great expectations, and lot of excitement. It was so different coming in this time. While still suffering from jet-lag, Tylenol PM withdrawal and severe ear ache, it felt more comfortable and familiar. Someone from the US embassy met me at the plane, so I had not problems getting through customs. What a blessing!
It was so nice to get back to my own house and cats. Olga was so happy to see me. She stalked me for a few days, but now we have found a nice, happy balance in our relationship. Thankfully cats don't hold grudges because I'm sure she could make my life hell!
I was a little upset that I was leaving the day the Olympics started, but I found four channels that were showing them. Did you know that table tennis is the most popular Olympic sport in China!? Forest would like like (that's Forest, Forest Gump). I personally don't think air rifle is a sport unless you're a redneck, but that's just personal opinion, feel free to argue!
Our elementary school is opening a week late because our new school is not finished yet. As my good friend Gomer Pyle always said, "Surprise, surprise, surprise". The men have been working around the clock to get it done, but it's just too big of a project to finish in the time they had. It is so much bigger than I expected, and will be very nice for elementary.
I will try to figure out why people can't comment, so hang tight for you commenting-type people!!
