Souq anyone?

I've recently had the opportunity to explore some older shopping areas in the region. I LOVE old souqs. They are such tremendously good fun! If you're not afraid to negotiate prices, you can get good deals. I can't wait to go back and buy a few new kurtas (tunic style tops).

Today's snap is of an old restored windtower. Windtowers work like natural air conditioning. Cool air is funneled down inside the building forcing the warmer air out. They work REALLY well, and a room cooled with one of these is absolutely delicious to sit in.

I'm excited. It's looking like I might get to spend some more time in Muscat, Oman some time in the next few weeks. If I get to go into Muscat, I will certainly be posting pictures.

This morning I had a lovely breakfast with a lady I know (and whom my parents know) and her sister from the home country. Mum and Dad: Please tell her again how much I appreciated the sandal wood! I most certainly will be enjoying it for quite some time to come! I think I'm going to make little 'sachets' out of it to scent my closet and linen cupboard and then I'll use it like incense when it gets a bit dusty. Many many thanks. This lady and her sister seem to be having a wonderful time exploring this area. I'm so very happy they are having a great time. Mum, you gotta come visit me again!!!!!! I have so many new places to take you!!!!!! If only we could get Dad on the plane! Mum, you gotta come back with me after our Winter visit this coming year!

Peace.