Tuesday, 9 Dec 2008 | Views [771]
Today marks my last full day in Amman, as well the first day of Eid al Adha, a significant four-day Muslim holiday in which families (who can afford it) slaughter a sheep to honor not only Abraham's sacrifice, but also those who are participating in ... Read more >
Tags: adventures, cultural observations
Monday, 8 Dec 2008 | Views [2299]
I hate doing these 'nutshell' entries because it's a sure sign that I've been too busy to journal. I much prefer a more relaxed pace in which I can write freely when I have the notion. But what's to be done when there is so much to see in so little time? ... Read more >
Tags: adventures, sightseeing
Wednesday, 3 Dec 2008 | Views [1280]
We headed to Jordan via the Sinai area again (which is unavoidable unless you are flying or go through Israel). It was good to revisit Mt. Sinai because it gave us an opportunity to see the inside of St. Catherine's Monastery, which was closed the day ... Read more >
Tags: adventures, cultural observations, sightseeing
Monday, 1 Dec 2008 | Photo Gallery
All photos taken by Colleen Finn
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