I have been wanting to snap out of everyday life as we know it since last year, looking for the next place to lay my hat and try a different approach to life.
I had no idea how I would incorporate this with work and the system as we know it.
Sometimes blessings come in strange disguises.
Changing laws brought about cutbacks and I was liberated from the system. Problem solved. It was hard to surpress my smile during the announcement.
My best friend Samira had once said ‘Binky, no matter *what* happens to you, your body just refuses to be sad’.
Counting my blessings.
After years and years of working like a happy donkey, I have the luxury of doing exactly what I want to do and all of my time is mine. I pick my favorite things and people and I put them into my day.
Funny to note that I have been busier now than ever!!
I have been:
Staying in bed and enjoying extended wake-up kitty-cat snuggles without having to rush to work.
Having time for breakfast catch-ups with friends.
Helping my mom put together her book. I am getting paid in Turkish coffee, fresh brewed Turkish tea, kisses & cuddles. Totally worth all the hours. Catch her here for updates as it will be in print soon 🙂
Doing yoga in Safa Park with Urban Yoga. AMAZING way to start your day, what a difference it makes. This is Kimberley our yoga teacher. They have moved indoors for the summer but you can follow them here.
Enjoying post-yoga breakfast at The Archive one of my fave spots in Dubai.
Dropping by my pool with my new Kindle.
Editing.
Writing lyrics – more on that later 😉
Hanging out at the Monte Carlo Beach Club in Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi. It is G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S! Check it out here.
Spending quality time with the family.
Going to dinner parties.
Exploring Yas Waterworld . LOVED it! Cynthia, my friend, was slightly scared 🙂 Highly recommend the Liwa Loop it is TERRIFYING!!! Love, love, loveeeeee!!
Taking part as an extra in a TV commercial with my good friend Riz.
Beaching. A lot.
Taking part in a corporate shoot for Eden Yachting. Catch the full video here.
It was more of a ship rather than a yacht!
Enjoying belated birthday treats from my girls – Moroccan bath at the One & Only Royal Mirage – the bestest ever!!
Taking part in a music video – will post when complete 😉
So life has been very good so far. The gap between the end of the old and the beginning of the new is blissful…
Watch this space…