Being away makes me feel homesick.  United Arab Emirates has become my home.  Somehow after having lived in Dubai for nine years (turning 10 next year),  the place has become dear to us.  It's so funny,  how we initially planned staying in the Middle East for not more than 3 years, we-among the thousands of expats share the same thoughts,  end up settled for almost a decade.  This country allowed me to transform into who I am today.  For that I'll be forever grateful.

Today, I'd like to write a post about these beautiful and graceful creatures that I have grown fond of over the years.   When I see them strolling in the desert while driving to work some mornings, I can't help but smile. They somehow gave me hope those days when I'd rather stay in bed, fully knowing I have a much dreaded day ahead of me.  These lovely camels reminded me that we all have a purpose and until I find what that is, I'll just have to  show up every day.