Moving on I've really enjoyed sitting in not-so-sunny Denham and reading about your exciting life! Very very best wishes for the move. I'm sure you'll all settle in in no time, and I look forward to reading all about the Emirates. Meanwhile, we're still waiting for Baby Williams 3 - now 2 days late. Will let you know when she arrives!
Love, Helen
Will Miss You!!! Marianne: Your blog really makes me appreciate some of the things you mentioned...drive-ups, the "can-do" attitude, etc. Being a native Minnesotan, I don't know anything else and I take certain things for granted. I will look forward to learning about Dubai and hearing about all of the differences (and similarities) there are in child-rearing here and there. You have a wonderful spirit and personality and will be successful whereever you go.
You think you've got it hard Today in London it was 4.5 degrees C rising to about 10. The sun came out and then went back in again, behind some wisps of high level cloud. And you think you have wild temperature and weather fluctuations!!!
Anyway, hope the packing goes well. Can't wait to read the next installment!!
xxxxx
Moving on Dear Marianne,
You write so well, I can picture the scenes you're describing. The bit about being later than you already are made me laugh! I seem incapable of leaving the house on time anymore. I used to be really punctual. I love America too and have fond memories of several holidays. I'm interested to see if you become a mum when you're not in America (as opposed to mom!)
I'm looking forward to hearing about Dubai. Wow, what an experience that's going to be.
Thanks for all the photos of America, they really sum up the different places.
Good luck with the rest of your packing and please have a giant burger with extra large fries for me before you leave!
love Linda
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Very amusing! Hmmmmm. I've got all this to come and because you write so eloquently, I can picture exactly what it's going to be like. I thought of you when I was in the Doctor's surgery two weeks ago (Rosie's first ill). There was a small child shouting "I-DON'T WANT-IT-ON!" whilst his mother was attempting to put a coat on him!
I look forward to the next instalment. And I know what you mean about Dad not packing for a long expedition when he goes out, like I do! I'm sure there's a lesson to be learnt there.
Linda x
Are you sure you want to move to Dubai?? Cold or Hot?
Snow or Sand?
Fir tree or Palm tree?
Blizzard or Sandstorm?
Reindeer or Camel?
Lake or Oasis?
Frostbite or Sunstroke?
Any more....??
Marianne Makdisi is a journalist and mom to three-year-old Max and his baby brother Matty. We live in The Sandpit (Dubai) and I blog as a welcome distraction from the domestic chaos caused by my beloved little people.... full info
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Can't believe you're pregnant! Congratulations!!!!! You look wonderful and happy! Cindy