October 17, 2005
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EDIT:
the boat ticket of which i spoke was not intended to be a one-way-ticket...
at least, not yet. Too early to decide, or know. But seeing as how my
program here does not end untill Dec 2, and most of them take a month
from port to port, probably isn't very realistic... (doesn't mean it can't be done)
Perhaps I will end up in London (i have to leave Tunisia due to Visa rules)
England and I get along famously... so that could work well. Want to come?
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In case any of you were wondering just how much I am worth, allow me to enlighten you:
500 camels
Yesterday in the Suk a man in his 40s grabbed me and offered my company 500 camels for me. Luckily for me, they had no way of transporting numbers of that sort and so the deal did not go through. Whew. Yes really. It was hilarious.
Forgive me for the previous post and all of my complaining. I think I simply hit the second state in the "social imaginary" in "cross cultural experiences" ... I am much better after venting. I actually had a great weekend all around. Imen Frij, a girl from school, went to a cafe with us and we spend the night speaking fus-ha (classical arabic) and I was pleasantly surprised at my ability to hold conversations. It was beautiful. AND, she is from Libya (Tripoli) so for once in my life I was defered to for speaking french (Libya speaks Arabic and English). We had ice gelatto and talked about all manner of things. It was grand. Then on Sunday, we went to the Suk and I bought a tea set... and I lied to a perfect stranger. Some men from Gabon had followed Gina out of the cathedral and were trying to get our phone numbers, "for french tutoring." I told the one accosting me that my boyfriend would not be very comfortable with the arrangement. He took my hand and laughed because there was no ring on my finger, and said that it was not a problem because I was not married. ...So I have determined that I need a ring to wear, just to avoid the phone-number-seekers. Later, Marwa took us to Carrefoure, the Hypermarket and we bought food for Ifdar... and a french world map. And after Ifdar Imen came back and took us to an Equestrian jumping competition. ...I had no idea there were any in Tunis. But her sister trains at the club, and although it was very badly organized... it was lovely. I love horses and I miss riding very much. It was nice to spend some time with them beforehand and to watch the competition. My prof said I had wonderful pronunciation today (today being the key word), and I am rather in incredibly good spirits.
...how impossible do you think taking a ship home for Christmas would be? ...?
If one of you could find me a good ticket... I'd do just about anything you wanted.... yeah, just about.
Uhebukum
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I'll look into the ship thing, or at least try to find the resources to start the search while the craziness ensues. Love you Erin, it's nice to hear a more upbeat post. *HUUUGS*
I went to Florence yesterday with friends to study at a coffee shop all day. After we had had enough, we went a jetty to eat vegetarian pizza on the sand. The sun was shining silver through the clouds and the ocean looked grey, and it was lovely. The whole ride up and then the entire time I was at the beach, my mind kept remembering our time at the coast, and what was good about it.
I'm glad things are a little better since your 'vent' post. Thank you for believing in my heart.
I believe in yours.
Who are the dragons....
no worries! thanks for commenting.
please... you focus on what God has you focusing on right now.
you are amazing.
500 camels...well at least your future husband will have to work hard to get you. Thats gotta mean something right?!
I'm sure between your friends we can figure out some way to get you home for Christmas. If I play a big part in that, my request would be rather different....you did say almost anything...=) So how about it, if we find a way are you seriously thinking about coming home for Christmas?
looked a little into travel by boat today, well more specifically freighter (cruise ships another day), i won't lie most of it is fairly spendy, but i saw one one way at Boat which offered a trip one way from the med sea to miami for around 1200 US. 100 more if you want a room all to yourself. the round trip is estimated at 42 days or so, so youd probly have to be ready for a monthish of travel, but its out there and a start. Love ya Erin, have a wonderful day and take *HUGS* with you.
I suppose I could give you the phone number and such, might help huh?
Freighter world cruises, inc.
800-531-7774
have to book a month in advance
meals are included in the fare
inquire about: lykes line or Niederelbe
Schiffahrtsgesellschaft
Buxtehude (yes i know its a crazy name) those were the ones that had trips to ports in the us, with one way, in the 1,xxx range. Hope that helps out some, like i said expect around a month at sea, and having to book far in advance, but its a start.
There are some cruiseline possiblities too, may be a lil cheaper and faster, but i dunno if they include food, will try to find the time to look in the next day or two and give you info on that.
when i went to tunsia, i was only worth 300 camerls. you're prettier than i am. sigh.
actually, i've never been to tunsia or even close-up seen a camel.
don't worry about the postcard. we'll be here in louisiana until february/march-ish. so it should get here. i'm worried that the letter that i sent you won't get to you, though. maybe it will. if not, the sentiment will be the same.
COLUMBIA! though distant, an entity that can be erradicated.
did u get my text message?
I LOVE YOU!
Has Donald told you our news?
you are worth more than 500 camels. i thought your text message was a mass text message that was a joke. i love you.
Yep... 500 camels isn't even a drop in the bucket. Sheesh... that should be an insult! All the money in the whole world isn't enough for your beautiful heart!
(Sorry, was that over the top?) =)
Miss ya.
crap..
I tried resending it...
and nada..
AAAAAAAA!
it says 'could not send to message adderess'
rubbish i tell ya...rubbish!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
but i love you..
you've been on my heart a LOT lately..
and i've sent out a few Prayers..
i should send out more..
the more you Pray for someone
the more His love for them fills us up..
i am content with that..
you are a beautiful child Erin..
I am glad you are in my life..
Love. to you.
click.
read.
laugh.
-sheri
Your Awesome! Thanks for the text earlier. I am doing ok. Lots of changes and all...... But over all I am doing well!! Miss you a tons!
Hello.
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