Why! Why! Why!

So often we look to others for validation and confirmation of our actions. For some apparent reason it's as if we need someone to possibly blame if the situations goes wrong OR we need at least one other person to say it's ok to do. No one can give you better advice than your own CONSCIENCE...for your CONSCIENCE is God's little ANGELS helping to guide your way. If you have to CONTINUOUSLY question your actions, seeking VALIDATION for your actions...maybe you shouldn't be doing it!!! IJS ~ Real Talk

Been Away too Long!

I have been teaching abroad in the UAE for 6 months now and the experiences have been Wonderful and Plentiful. Never imagined the TRANQUILITY and PEACE that comes from being outside of the USA. It's not perfect over here but in comparison to the USA I have some highlights that I truly enjoy. Top 6 highlights are...

1.  Let's talk FOOD...where can you go where delivery is just a matter of deciding what you want to eat. Everyone delivers from pizza to every fast food restaurant (Subway, Burger King, McDonalds, Wendy's, KFC) you can imagine as well as your Chili's, Fridays etc. Laziness will not stop you from eating a good meal...LOL!

2. GAS or Petrol...it cost me $52 dirhams to fill-up that's approx. $14 US...REALLY! Do I say more?

3. DEBT-FREE...having the ability to pay-off bills and build a savings that I will truly enjoy when I return to the USA is PRICELESS. In the USA I could never truly see pass my debt but TODAY I am able to see the light shining BRIGHT! One less bill to pay each month brings me closer to living a debt-free lifestyle. I LOVE IT!!!

4. My APARTMENT...Wow! Offers workout facility, grocery store, cleaners, pharmacy, bowling, ice skating, Sports center, hospital, Coffee shop, bar-be-que pits, and pool all in a central location. I really do not have to leave the grounds to be entertained. Oh! and the views from my balcony/windows...GORGEOUS!

5. TRAVEL...it's cheaper to go to places like Paris from her then in the USA. Going on a 7-day (all-inclusive) Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona, Spain for under $1000 US and this includes my flight. Will be visiting several countries with a one-day layover is each to enjoy the views and explore.

6. The WEATHER...It's on average 70 degrees Celsius right now. My family and friends are fighting BLIZZARDS and SNOW while I'm fighting FOG and SAND...LOL!!! Amazing weather...biggest issue is an occasional sand storm or fog alert that makes driving even more challenging. 

Downfall to being abroad...I miss home and the people who LOVE me. It's doable though. This is an experience that I would encourage anyone to take advantage of. I would like my two handsome, intelligent and incredibly smart young men to consider living abroad for some time at some point in their lives. The experience is PRICELESS! I have grown and learned so much about myself, others and the power of God (my higher power) through this experience. Looking forward to so much more.

I Love my Life!!!