We arrived in Canada on March 9, 1996. Stepping off the plane, we were tired and in a state of trepidation, not knowing what to expect at the immigration counters, customs and all that awaited us beyond the airport portals. Our first interactions in Canada were a great start, as the Canadians we met were pleasant and reassuring. We …
Musing on the old, in a New Year
I first went to Bahrain in 1984 as an expatriate officer working for an English bank. I was intrigued by the ancient “Dilmun” civilization and Bahrain's importance later, during the British “Raj” (rule) in India when the British Political Resident responsible for the Persian Gulf was based in Bahrain, reporting to the Viceroy of India …
Beginnings anew
One year draws to a close. Another year begins. As children, we were not allowed to stay up late to “ring in the New Year.” Forbidden activities serve to entice and we tried all sorts of gimmicks to be permitted to hang around later than usual. For instance, a kids’ sleepover party on December 31 …
Act of Giving
Most people give money and their time through the year to causes they consider worthy. Especially as Christmas approaches our thoughts turn more to those in need, people or causes we might be able to support further by donating a little something above and beyond. A number of charities and not-for-profit organizations run their campaigns …
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