Posted by Kanga.
This sign caught my eye. That orange tabby looks like quite the beast.
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Today’s Surprise
January 19, 2012Posted by Kanga.
This impressive ram was an unexpected sight.
Maybe I should change this blog to “what I saw on the road today.”
Lucky Dogs
December 31, 2011Posted by Kanga.
When in Instanbul, we saw many stray dogs, all of whom had tags in their ears. They were all large dogs and all well behaved and friendly.
This is the case in Athens as well. Our food tour guide told us that the dogs are collected, neutered and vaccinated before being released. They all seemed to be healthy and well fed. Shop and property owners allow them to take shelter out of the rain.
Athens Kittens
December 26, 2011Posted by Kanga.
Another part of our Day Eight adventure involved finding these kittens in an abandoned building.
The kittens were adventurous, but Momma Cat was not sure we were trustworthy.
In the window above was another watchful tabby
Then he found something really interesting to watch. (Cat on the right, pigeon on the left)
We were walking through a run down neighborhood. Just prior to discovering these kittens, DaddyBird had noticed a rather suspicious fellow following us. When we suddenly stopped to take pictures of stray cats, it put a kink in the guy’s plan. He actually stopped and had to act nonchalant for a while. He continued to follow us, so we played a little leap frog, stopping suddenly and changing directions and getting behind him. After we “lost” him, we continued to be watchful, in case he was not working alone. Maybe it was nothing, maybe it was something. Either way, DaddyBird’s watchfulness averted anything bad from happening.
Warning pickpockets, we stop for cats.
More Street Doggies
December 24, 2011Posted by Kanga.
More dogs sleeping in whatever dry space they can find. I like the fact that they seem to be tolerated even on hotel steps or in shops.
Street Kitties and Doggies
December 20, 2011Posted by Kanga.
It was rainy, so the real street cats were out of sight in dry hideouts.
So, these were the only kitties we saw.
The dogs, however, were more conspicuous in their attempts to get out of the rain.
The Acropolis ticket office offered some dry shelter.
This one settled in near a store doorway.
Donkeys
December 15, 2011Posted by Kanga.
These donkeys found a clump of green. Life is much easier for the donkeys during the cooler months. It seemed like we were seeing fewer donkeys with the advent of cooler weather. My theory is that they don’t have to travel as far to find enough to eat.
We usually see donkeys in multiples of two, so five is odd. I walked toward them until it was clear that they had noticed me and were on the alert. The two that are looking straight at the camera did not flinch the entire time I was taking pictures.
Fujairah Celebrations Continue
December 12, 2011Posted by Kanga.
The Al Saif sword competition and accompanying celebrations continue through December 17th. So, last Friday we headed down to the Fort to see what was happening. We were too late to see the bull butting contest or the camel race, but some of the camels were still out basking in the attention of their admirers.
This little fellow was lucky enough to get a ride.
We had a tasty snack of lamb and chicken skewers.
A wide range of traditional items were on display – pottery, tools, platters, coffee pots, etc.
More camels – these are taking a rest. In the background, a horse and a miniature pony who have been giving rides to children.
Two majlis tents were available for those wishing to sit, rest and enjoy each other’s company. (Majlis has a variety of meanings, but generally refers to any area where people sit comfortably and discuss.)
The activities at the Fort have been very enjoyable, much like a county fair. These are genuine foods, activities, sports, and arts of the local area.
Live Entertainment
November 22, 2011Posted by Kanga.
The Oriental Restaurant has added live entertainment.
Two of the softest, cutest puppies ever.
By the time we left it was nap time.
Tea, Surf, and Cat
November 5, 2011Posted by Kanga.
We spent a pleasant evening at the Hilton with our friend, Rupert. Where we sat near the beach, drank tea, and listened to the surf. (In the spirit of full disclosure, I had hot chocolate instead of tea.)
If you look very closely at the horizon, you might see the ships and tankers lined up out there.
I dipped my toes in the Gulf of Oman for the first time. The sand here is dark, an almost chocolate brown. (I don’t know if that’s because of the actual composition of the sand or the occasional addition of crude oil.) The sand was soft and the water was cool.
There was even an affectionate kitty who wanted to be petted, until he discovered how good cheese cake tastes. Then his priorities changed. After he figured out cheese cake had run out, he decided that being petted was still good. He came by several times during the course of the evening.
Living the Travel Channel 