Ramsey's First Post!

Hello hello everyone! I'm so excited to be on the other side of this blog for a change! Bare with me as I'm not near as talented as writer as Charles, but I look forward to detailing my time here in Dubai.

I arrived in Dubai on Sunday on time from a long 15 hour flight. Charles was right, Emirates airlines has such great entertainment! When I wasn't sleeping or wishing I was sleeping, I watched three episodes of Grey's Anatomy, two chick flicks, listened to an opera, and read about everything Dubai has to offer. The airport in Dubai was very easy and simple to navigate through where I found my husband waiting for me with open arms and a smile that's unforgettable.

As Charles welcomed me home in our beautiful apartment, it's still hard for me to believe this is our home for the next 6-8 months! Our apartment is perfect size and Charles picked a great location to live in. Monday morning I awoke early, suffering a bit from jet lag, and brought Charles a little breakfast in bed. Little did I know that he would have so many surprises for me as he presented me with my own local cell phone, day planner, local currency, a love letter, and a backpack for the beach! I truly have the most loving and sweetest husband any woman could ask for and more.

After Charles decided to take the day off and just do a little work for home, we were off to experience my first full day in Dubai! We went and got mochas from Starbucks across the street, walked around the neighborhood, and went to the public beach and walked the running track. We took a quick stroll through the nearby grocery store called "Spinney's" and the rest of the morning was spent with me unpacking and Charles doing a little work. We had lunch at a nearby cafe called the The Lime Tree Cafe where we sat outside as I enjoyed seeing all the ex-pats coming in and out. Charles informed me that Dubai's population is comprised of just 12% locals as I have heard so many different languages spoken here since landing. After a very tasty lunch, we were off to the beach to soak up some sun! Charles went running as I stared out at the beautiful blue water with my tanning oil glistening and my toes tickling the soft soft sand. The water was still a bit chilly for me as I think I'll wait another month or two before I emerge myself past my ankles!

Our evening was spent watching "Ratatouille" in our robes and slippers then venturing out in our rental car for a little Domino's pizza. My sweet tooth soon got the best of me as I had to delight myself with a cupcake from a little shop called "Sweet Stuff" which is right next door to our apartment lobby. For everyone who knows me well, pray that I don't gain 20 pounds from eating too many cupcakes as they are my favorite as this little bakery produces amazing tasty sensations! Just walking into the shop it smells like heaven! And to make matters worse, there is another cupcake place just right across the street!

This morning I am acquainting myself with the internet quite well then off to do a little exploring on my own! I hope to update our blog with my two cents every few days as I open my eyes to a whole new world. The weather here is amazing and the views are breathtaking and rest assured I will be posting pictures soon. I hope everyone is doing well back home and until next time, take care!