40. At one time in my life 40-year old people seemed, well, old! Now that I arrived at the top of the hill and am looking at the downward side, I am realizing that it only took a moment to arrive at this destination.
I am celebrating this birthday by using my final days of required leave (R&R for you military folks) sitting on the Indian Ocean (Gulf of Oman on some maps—same, same) in the city of Fujairah, UAE. It was once a small fishing village near the Oman-UAE border. I arrived late last night, so I have only seen the city in darkness, but will go out this morning and explore what it has to offer. Driving here last night, I was amazed at how many families were stopped by the side of the road having picnics in the dunes. It was Friday night (Muslim weekend), so I suppose it is similar to families in the US going to the park on a Saturday afternoon. This emirate is supposed to be much more conservative that Dubai; I suppose I will have to curb my propensity to dance upon the tabletops.
A private communication between Tony and his family and friends around the world. (c) 2006-2008
All the children who are held and loved will know how to love others.... Spread these virtues in the world. Nothing more need be done. ~Meng Zi, c. 300BCE
"If you are planning for a year, sow rice; if you are planning for a decade, plant trees; if you are planning for a lifetime, educate people"
~Chinese Proverb
(c) Copyright 2006-2007
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