Mike headed back to the States for a while. He stopped in to see Mary, Maggie, Peg and Dad. Poor little Maggie did not understand why he was there without me. I guess I am wondering that myself. After an enjoyable steak and cheese sandwich, good company and conversation he went to bed at 8:30. Jet lag...it is amazing that it knocks you down flying in a certain direction. We have no jet lag going from the US to Egypt but man is awful in reverse.

His Pop picked him up and they headed to Maine to catch up with his family. Short weekend on the East Coast and off to TN for a few days. He is safely in Colorado now consulting for Summit Automotive Group. He shall remain in the blistery cold until mid Feb when he joins me in Ma'adi for a few days before we head to India. We are off to Mumbai (Bombay) for a work related conference. Very excited about this trip! Leap year in India.

Mike and I have decided not to stay in Egypt at CAC but take our chances and move on to other places. We leave Egypt for the last time in early June when my contract is fulfilled. If you want to visit before we go you better start planning. We have some friends coming in Feb and family in April. Plenty of room!

We plan to be in New England the beginning of July for a short visit.