I'm a Planner, and Yes, I Love to Make Plans.

So here's the deal.  Lots of folks I knew had intended on fantastic getaway schemes for the week, and at the final minute, they all crashed down.  Now while I had intended to wander off the beaten path in classic hermit style, it did suddenly seemed a more appropriate use of my time to pursue some fun in the sun rather than meditation in the desert.  After all, I've done the whole 'journey through the remote wilderness for personal enlightenment' gig, and as important as it is, why not try the whole "I'm 26 and living in Egypt of all places, so go take it easy for once!"

To accomplish this new objective, I'm setting off to the beautiful beaches of Dahab, Egypt.  I'm traveling with three totally fantastic people I've befriended in the last few weeks from AUC with the intention of soaking up some sun, snorkeling in the reefs, and laying in the sand.  Maybe I'll even read a book that has nothing to do with migration, human rights, international law, or the intricacies of claiming asylum from political persecution!!!  As you can see from the photos, Dahab is the place to go!

We will leave tomorrow night by bus, which means about 9 pm on Tuesday in Egypt time (3 pm in mid-western America).

I plan to stay until Saturday - although I just recieved word that my class is canceled on Sunday - could it mean another day of respite? Too soon to say.  Regardless, I will arrive in Dahab with company at the break of dawn and will have plenty of time to find a place to stay.  If I find an internet cafe, I'll post an update, otherwise, I'll write back immediately after return.

Hopefully my next email will be written somewhere between the beach and a pina colada.

Cheers!