Monthly Archives: September 2014

I always got moaned at for not washing fruit and veg in the UK. Here, with little tummies vulnerable to bugs I’m being better behaved. If I’m really organised I soak stuff (in a little vinegar) in one go. If … Continue reading →

So I’ve been neglecting the balcony and it’s a bit dirty. Here’s what I swept up this afternoon. It’s Sunday. It was last done Wednesday. That’s a lot of dirt for 4 days. I don’t think I’ve ever left it … Continue reading →

The WHO says that the water in Cairo is clean enough to drink. I understand that this is because it’s got so much chlorine in that nothing dodgy can survive! However, chlorine can’t get rid of grit that enters the … Continue reading →

As a family, we’re pretty good at finding entertainment in small things. This is proving to be of great worth in Egypt. On Thursday, Amira and I made Ben a mobile from seeds and twigs from the fallen tree. And … Continue reading →