It’s interesting seeing Saudi, I am always struck by the landscape, pretty much devoid of any vegetation. I guess thats the dessert, but having never lived in a place like that I find it so interesting to see.
I agree – I was looking at the camel pictures you posted last week, and it is the lack of vegetation that is shocking. Even in the desert here in the States, it seems like there is always vegetation, like the saguaros in Arizona.
More interesting pictures Lynz! These help “frame” the recollections you write of from being there. As always I am interested in their architecture – so much variety between the historical sites and the modern world.
Your pictures left me with odd feelings because in looking at them, they are just so far from my world. I cannot even imagine living in such barrenness. All that brown and sand would drive me bonkers. The architecture is amazingly gorgeous though!! Wow! Beautiful shots, Lynn!!! ❤
Love the photos Lynn. Such stark images against the vast desert, and oh, that sky. It goes on forever. I’m not sure there is a horizon in there. Are there winters? Sure looks like the sand and sun would last until a New Age enters and the walls come tumbling down.
This is a pretty good day, not pretty as in lovely though. Rain and wind all day, but warm inside with crockpot lasagna and home baked spinach bread. Still not sure about that one. It’s different, but the taste is, well, different, and the spinach turns the bread a definite brown, very healthfilled look. Like a peasant bread actually.
It looks like it is in a constant state of construction, never quite being finished. It looks odd to someone like me who lives in a town that has been around for over a 1000 years….
Love your pics. My daughter lived in the UAE for a year, teaching there. She loved it and loved the people. I look forward to reading more of your blog!
Nice pics as always Lynn 🙂 xxx
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Thanks Lynne xxx
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Great views.
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Thanks Peggy!
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Beautiful pictures, Lynn.
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thanks Diane!
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These are beautiful photos! I always like to get a peek at what things look like where you lived.
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Thanks so much for peeking in haha
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It’s interesting seeing Saudi, I am always struck by the landscape, pretty much devoid of any vegetation. I guess thats the dessert, but having never lived in a place like that I find it so interesting to see.
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Thanks Suzanne! It is really bare, the compounds of course have beautiful greenery!
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I agree – I was looking at the camel pictures you posted last week, and it is the lack of vegetation that is shocking. Even in the desert here in the States, it seems like there is always vegetation, like the saguaros in Arizona.
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Yes there it is bare, when you get near Al-Khobar which is on the sea, there is vegetation on the way in, like grassy kind of beach stuff.
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More interesting pictures Lynz! These help “frame” the recollections you write of from being there. As always I am interested in their architecture – so much variety between the historical sites and the modern world.
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Thanks Bruce!
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Lovely photos!
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Thanks PJ!
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Strange. Where grass should be there is sand
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Yes haha
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Your pictures left me with odd feelings because in looking at them, they are just so far from my world. I cannot even imagine living in such barrenness. All that brown and sand would drive me bonkers. The architecture is amazingly gorgeous though!! Wow! Beautiful shots, Lynn!!! ❤
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Thanks so much Amy! Xx
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A different place.
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Yes very!
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Nice view.. 🙂
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Thanks
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I love to see your photos, Lynn! I appreciate it a lot that you make us part of a world which is part of your personal history.
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So glad you like them
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I really do! 😊
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Love the photos Lynn. Such stark images against the vast desert, and oh, that sky. It goes on forever. I’m not sure there is a horizon in there. Are there winters? Sure looks like the sand and sun would last until a New Age enters and the walls come tumbling down.
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Really just hot and hotter and a little colder and dustier haha thanks Angie! Hope you are well dear. xxx
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This is a pretty good day, not pretty as in lovely though. Rain and wind all day, but warm inside with crockpot lasagna and home baked spinach bread. Still not sure about that one. It’s different, but the taste is, well, different, and the spinach turns the bread a definite brown, very healthfilled look. Like a peasant bread actually.
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great photos….love them….kat
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Thanks Kat xx
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Love these photos!
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Thanks! I hope you got my comment I have been ending up in spam too much lately! On your last article which was my all time fav!
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I did, Lynn. I get a kick out of making you laugh, and I appreciate the praise. So thank you for the compliment. It drives me to do even better. :o)
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I didn’t want you to think I just liked! I love your hilarious writing!
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Thank you very much, Lynn. And I am extremely delighted to make you laugh. 😀
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hahahahahahahahahahhhaaaa
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There are no lawns to cut, Lyn.
Leslie
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haha so true but lots of dust! On compounds lots of lush green grass though.
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You can see the dust and sandy nature of the country in the pictures.
Leslie
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yes it is dusty most all the time haha
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Interesting pictures Lynn, thanks for sharing these – the architecture of some of the buildings are really nice. Hope you are having a great day! 🙂
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Thanks Spear I am! Just running and catching up, I worked for 4 hours yesterday which was fun!
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Good for you, I am glad you are enjoying the work. I know it is rewarding for you. 🙂
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Thanks Spear, I did like it!
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Hey Lynz, I see Saudi through your eyes. It’s really beautiful.
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Thanks Gloria! xx
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Thanks for these glimpses of the country, Lynn….nice clicks… 🙂
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you are welcome, thank you!
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🙂 ….
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It looks like it is in a constant state of construction, never quite being finished. It looks odd to someone like me who lives in a town that has been around for over a 1000 years….
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well buildings sit for years waiting to be finished, houses and shops. It is really weird!
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It sure is…
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Thank you for sharing! Such a different life over there….
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Hi KR! how is your week going? Yes a really different life!
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I’ve been really super busy at work this week, so a bit behind on reading posts. But otherwise fine, thank you sweetie! xoxo
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So glad! take it easy KR xoxo
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Love your pics. My daughter lived in the UAE for a year, teaching there. She loved it and loved the people. I look forward to reading more of your blog!
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Thanks for visiting!
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Beautiful photos! I was wondering – did you have a smart phone or how did you manage to get the shots? 🙂 thank you!!!
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Thanks Cathy, some were with a camera and the newer ones were with a smart phone
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Great pictures! Wow!
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Thanks Carol!
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You have a gift!🎁
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You are very kind xx
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No, it’s true. You have an artistic eye, in many mediums 🎨
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You are so kind!xxx
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🙂 hope your week is going well so far
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Busy! How are you?
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Pretty good!
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I love your videos and pictures!
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Thanks so much Carol!
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Nice pics Lynn 🙂
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Thanks so much Freda!
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The sunset was lovely. Is that second image of a house or business? It looks really nice.
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I think that is a mosque!
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Oh! I didn’t get that. 🙂
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I think it is!
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Nice pictures, Lynn! Especially the ones with sunsets 🙂 By the way, most of the roads look empty!
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Thanks so much CH
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Lovely photos Lyn.
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Thanks Robyn!
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Very beautiful photos Lynn 😀
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Thanks dear!
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Great pics, Lynne. Very bare compared to where you are now.
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Yes sp true
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Lovely captures. …
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Thanks!
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Great photos! What is that second building? It’s beautiful!
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A mosque I am pretty sure.
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Beautiful. I’m enjoying learning about a different country and culture. Thank you.
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Thanks so much!
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