Time Out

Sorry, I have to call a time out!

I am spending all my time getting installed in my new flat, where I am not even online yet. I'll catch up with you soon!

My New Home in Struer

Friday morning I'm off. Off to Struer in the NW of Denmark to start in a new job with Bang & Olufsen. Fortunately, I've already found myself a new lair - and this is it.

So there's a load of work ahead. I hate moving. I've already done it far too many times. All the packing, unpacking, painting, finding furniture, tweaking the look of the place and so on gets to me every time. I know some love it, but I am just not one of those. So you are welcome to pop by and give me a hand, if you like!

Photo No. 1
My flat seen from the road; mine is the top left one.

Photo No. 2
The "sea-view" from my "morning-balcony" - I have one facing west too!

Photo No. 3
A very empty living room. If it turns out well, I'll try to take an "update-photo", so you can get an idea of my style. :-)

The Terrorist Attacts in London

I'd like to express my deepest sympathy with the people of the UK and the loathing I feel towards the people who bring themselves to carrying out such unjustifiable acts.

What has happened in London today is truly tragic, and I pray that such events will cease to happen for ever. Denmark is exposed too! The group claiming responsability for the attact, writes:

"We continue to warn the governments of Denmark and Italy and all the Crusader governments that they will be punished in the same way if they do not withdraw their troops from Iraq and Afghanistan. He who warns is excused." Source: BBC News

Alas, I fear that such dreadful forces might be mobilising in Denmark too.

A view over Beirut from Baabda

A view over Beirut from Baabda
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

This photo (like the next) is taken from the balcony of Chafic's family's flat. In the horizon you can see the sea and Beirut city.

Sunset over Beirut

Sunset over Beirut
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

As day turned into night I took this picture and I was happy to catch both the warmth of the sun and some fireworks in the photo. Beautiful isn't it?

Dressed for the wedding

Dressed for the wedding
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

Shortly before we left Chafic and I were caught in our wedding clothes. Yeah, we had to take our jackets off. It was baking hot in the flat...

Temptation

Temptation
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

This is Chafic's little cousin, who was tempted beyond belief by the little sweet petit fours that were passed around among the guest, while the photographs were "taking care of" the bride.

The Family Hannah-Daher

The Family Hannah-Daher
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

From the left
- Chafic
- Nada (Mother)
- Rania (Older sister)
- Riad (Father)
- Razane (Little sister)

A truly wonderful family!

Bride (Chaf's sister) and Father

Bride (Chaf's sister) and Father
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

After a photo marathon in the flat of Chafic's parents, father and bride could finally leave and lead a long parade of cars driving to the country club where the wedding was held.

Wedding Ceremony - Sunset over the mediteranean

Wedding Ceremony - Sunset over the mediteranean
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

The actual ceremony was amazingly beautiful. Set on the top of a high cliff we saw the sun setting in the background - into the blue mediteranean sea, as the priest chanted in arab and french and wed Marwan and Rania.

Celebrate and dance

Celebrate and dance
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

There was some kind of welcoming ceremony with musicians in arab attire where the couple danced in the middle, while we were clapping out hands like mad.

The right attire

The right attire
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

Check out Chafic! This photo is more flattering than the one of me wearing the same hat. In Denmark we call it a "Fez", but I know it is called something else in Libanon. Chaf, help me out here!

Dancing Bride and Groom

Dancing Bride and Groom
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

It was truly a party for the newly weds, and they were leading the way onto the dance floor throughout the night.

Power Bride

Power Bride
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

This is a girl who knows how to party. Chafic's sister "Rania" went through a lot that day, and I was truly impressed with her energy - full of power!

Libanese Feast

Libanese Feast
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

There were perhaps 20 other tables like this one and chefs who'd prepare your pasta on the fly and serve you freshly cut grilled meats. Delicious, delicious... Though my belly is big, it wasn't big enough at this occasion.

Cheers!!!

Cheers!!!
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

The only picture of me, with both bride and groom. The flash in my face hides the sunburn I got from just ONE hour at the beach two days earlier. The sun in Libanon is scorching, so be ultra carefull!

Wedding Cake

Wedding Cake
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

In many ways the wedding was spectacular. Feast your eyes on this huge wedding cake, the beautiful couple and the fireworks in the background.

Dance and shoot

Dance and shoot
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

The dancing was great. We danced to both western pop music and arab music. The dance floor was actually so tempting that I forgot to have any dessert, alas! On the other hand who cares when you can boogie to the beat.

Mo' dancing...

Mo' dancing...
Originally uploaded by Kim M.

Taking pictures while dancing and while it is dark is a challenge, but it is possible. I just kept "shooting" and kept dancing.