Wake Up and Smell the Cairo

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October 30th 2005

Published: November 8th 2005

To say that Cairo is chaotic and overwhelming is an understatement. Noisy, crowded, dirty, aggressive, claustrophobic, and intrusive all apply to this city that's home to 20 million people--1/3 of Egypt's entire population. From the moment we stepped out of our hostel on the first day, we felt as if we'd entered a different world. Here the streets are shared by taxis, pedestrians, stray cats, d... Read Full Entry

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Jenny and Randy

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Just when it felt like everyone was getting married and buying a house, we quit our jobs, bought one-way tickets to Africa, and squeezed our lives into the smallest packs known to any Army surplus store. Friends and family offer predictions from "the best time of your lives" to "the beginning of your rapid descent into poverty." Lucky for us, they're not mutually exclusive. And so, armed only with humility, humor, and a big can of DEET, we're off to the land of goatmilk and honeywine. We hope to meet some friendly faces, learn about the *other* Africa beyond the headlines, and fumble our wa... full info

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1st November 2005

Wendy in Michigan
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Wow!
I was addicted to a blog on this same sight by Bedreddin (I'm wondering if you've read any of his entries), and he hasn't written much lately. I was getting lonely without his blog; but now I have your journals to look forward to. Your blog is extremely well written, objective, and very entertaining. Best of luck to both of you, and keep up the good work. Be safe. Wendy

1st November 2005

John Ullis
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I am enjoying the pictures and narratives keep them coming! I feel like I am on the trip with you and am confused, dirty, tired and ready to go home.

2nd November 2005

Mom and Dad
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Kinda like home?
Loved the camel story! Reminded you of the camels down the hill, eh? Stories and photos continue to amaze, astonish and educate!

3rd November 2005

Nate in SF
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go Indy
i had a great laugh with the indy jones disney ride and shooting darts stuff with your taxi ride. you both are hella brave!

4th November 2005

Dad
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Looking Good
Hey Randy, Jenny, you guys are looking good by those tall pointy things. Good to see you. Don't know if Ryan is emailing you, but he is till in Thialand and wants to extend his stay till the 8th or 9th. But he is running out of money. I guess thats why we carry plastic. Your little computer finally died on me so looks like I will have to buy a new one. Need to start saving again. All is well here for the most part. I forwarded your webblog to some of my old buddies. Hope you don't mind. Anyway love your blog, keep it up... Love Dad

4th November 2005

Chista
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Randy and Jenny, your entries are fantastic! I couldn't stop laughing at the camel story. It reminded me of one of the episodes of "Tin Tin"!! :) It's great to read your adventures. Can't wait to read the next journal. Take care!

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