For those of you who are new to my blog, here is an overview of places and other things you can find in Saudi!
soda pop
Nutella big and small
food at French restaurant
Delicious French food
streets of Al-Khobar
shops at upscale mall
Western restaurant
lynz real cooking 
I always appreciate your pictures of Saudi Arabia. A world which is so new to me! Thank you for sharing, Lynn!
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So glad you like them dear Erika!
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I always do, Lynn! You show me places and cultures I haven’t seen before!
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Thanks dear!
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Lovely photos Lynn.
Leslie
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Thanks!
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Your photos speak a story from them.. What I can make them up I am a writer. Seriously nice photos
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Thanks!
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It reminds me a little bit of my year in the UAE. I will have to do a visual spread like that also. Good job. Nutella was one of the most popular ingredients for our night howl cupcakes.
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Sounds good
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Nice photo’s Lynn, so many nods to Western culture. I am always struck by the clothing for women which cannot be worn out of the house. I still don’t get that.
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Yes they wear these dresses to big fancy parties haha
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Somehow because of your story I always feel as though Saudi is a backward country. These pictures are good reminder that it is far from that. Hope you will post at the Salon tomorrow.
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Thanks so much! I have not written much but can post an old story without an edit it that is ok! thanks Bernadette!
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Very interesting pictures Lynn, I recognize all of this. But what is ‘Romance’, displayed above ‘Vanilla’, an ice cream flavor? If so, what does it taste like? 🙂
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When Fattima went back she saw this flavor and had to take a picture. I am not sure of the flavor!
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I’m surprised by the clothes Lynn..and love the camels!!!
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Thanks xx
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A great selection of the many aspects of Saudi. It’s always good to see the camels but I was surprised by the many ‘western-style’ foods, especially the treats/chocolates. Lovely photos.
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Thanks Millie! hope all is well with you!
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I’m fine, Lynn, but not too often on my blog this year. I’m finding it very hard to keep up with people’s posts when I pop back to do the odd post, too. Hopefully, I’ll be back to normal before too long. Hope all is well with you, too.
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How is the book coming?
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My novel is coming along slowly at the moment. I’ve been putting together a book of 100 flash fiction stories – some of them from challenges I’ve done on my blog, others I’ve written just for this book. They’re with my editor now, so I hope to get it on Amazon soon. Then I can work more on my novel and get it done a bit quicker! Thanks for asking, Lynn. Much appreciated.
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oh wow that sounds like a great idea! Love it! xx
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Nice pictures, Lynn…glimpses of culture, food habits and society… I loved the ring… 🙂
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Thanks Mani!
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so beautiful 🙂 I’m loving the jewelry and the dress. The food also looks amazing!
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Starbucks!!! My fav!
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So interesting. When I traveled in the Middle East I was so thrilled to see American food. Of course, it was expensive, but so worth it.
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What a neat photo compilation of Saudi, thank you for sharing all these great photos!
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Romance flavored ice cream??? Ummmm, might not want to try that! lol
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Loved your collage. The ring on the fingers- is it fully diamond. I have seen many Arab women wear these- seems to suit them well, can’t imagine one on my fingers though- as they are small and podgy.
Honestly the photos seem to show an outward reflection of a life that is hidden behind curtains. The outlook may be modern but often the thoughts and actions are a lot ancient.
Susie
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Thanks Susie, that is costume jewelry.
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And the east says it hates the west……
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So true!
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Good and fascinating pic’s Lynn… You really have opened my eyes. xxx
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It’s interesting how some pictures are similar to all cultures and some unique to Saudi Arabia. I appreciate you sharing them.
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Thanks Jonathan
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Amazing pictures, Lynne. It is definitely a different culture. I love the pic of the camels.
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Thanks so much!
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Very interesting pictures! I recognized Nutella and KFC! LOL!
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Lol thanks PJ!
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🙂 xoxo
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Xoxo
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Your photos always make me want to travel some more! 🙂 I should really find all my photos and post them – you have inspired me! I love the dress in the centre and the blue one next to it – lovely for a (girls only) night out or a family event 🙂 Thanks for taking the time to share 🙂
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Thanks Lynn for putting up the pictures of stuff to be found in Saudi Arabia.
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Thanks Somali
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The camels look like an interracial couple lol
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Haha
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I am not new, but I still love to see these!
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Thanks
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I remember the mini nutella jar, How did I miss Romance ice cream?? Wow, how does it taste like, Lynn ? I’m intrigued!
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I never tasted it haha
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hehehe
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Large nutelle jar *
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Yes
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Great pictures, Lynn. I love those dresses! And pictures of camels always make me smile for some reason.. 🙂
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Me too haha
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The armchair traveler in me always enjoys the pictures you post of life in Saudi as well as life in the Pacific Northwest. Like Millie, I am amazed by the appearance of all the western foods, especially the western food chains. Do the chains serve any regional foods or is it all “venti green tea latte with soy?”
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There are little shops that sell middle eastern food, but most fast food is american style.
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xo!
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Interesting photos Lynn 😀
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Thanks dear!
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Haha romance ice cream 🙂 Interesting stuff Lynn! Thanks for sharing 🙂
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Thanks CH!
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So interesting!
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It’s interesting to see the difference brands, and foods in other places. The tiny sized Nutella was fun. One could spoon it right out the little jar instead of a chocolate bar!
I was surprised to see so many of our fast food restaurants there! Although they are comforting to see when in foreign lands.
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Yes it was comforting to see those places away from home. When we moved back we were surprised to see Nutella so popular here, over there it is a staple haha
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You know, I don’t think I remember seeing that chicken sandwich before… it looks very familiar- in every country!
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Loool I’m so surprised that most people at surprised at the clothing!
Like did people expect saudi women to wear abaya’s everywhere they go! Lol
Nice photos Lynz👌🏽✨
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