Sandstorms suck

We have had quite a few days of sandstorms. They make a mess out of everything. Our stuff outside is a disaster and the sand gets in the windows and under the doors and provides a lovely dusting inside as well.

Here is what it is like to drive when the sand is flying.

When the sandstorms ended and the rains began. You would think that rain is a good thing. Yes and no. It brings down the sand but it causes a lot of other problems due to crap drainage.

This picture is just out our back gate to the community. That yellow and white thing is a speed bump.

Bruce took this picture near his work place.

The rain also helps to solidify the mess that the sand made.

Luckily we have a stellar clean up crew.

Argh

It would seem that Neva shares a particular trait with certain members of my family (you know who you are).

BFFs

Our friends Anna and Brian are leaving in March (sniff sniff) so we are trying to spend as much time as possible with them. The outings have consisted of trips to the park, play areas, and a wonderful weekend in Fujairah. It is always to watch Neva and Millie play together even when they are fighting over the same toy :)

Here is an ode to the BFFs.

Park Days

First pub meal by the pool

Good times by the pool

of course we have to show A&B's latest addition. Such a little cutie!

A morning at the Children's Park

a.k.a weird place with animals in small cages.

Look mum, a baby goat!

Is that the kid's mum?
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Aaaaa, this thing is trying to suck my fingers

Get this thing awaaaaay from me!

I like this animal much better.

Where did all the babies go?

There is always one of these guys working in these places.