I’ve spent quite a bit of time in countries where the muezzin is a familiar sound. A beautiful sound.

Saffron – OMG. So out of my price range. But wonderful.

Voluntary Physical Abuse?

When in Dubai, I ALWAYS headed towards a Thai massage.

It’s brutal.

But Thai girls are tiny and light so when they stand on your back……….!

:o)

Oh. And when we lived in Gibraltar, an old mate came to stay for a night – before his week’s holiday. Climbing the Atlas mountains.

Dirty. Filthy. Barbarians?

And a history note : In 17th century France, most people would take their dough to one of the many bakers’ ovens (on every street) and have their bread baked for them.