In May this year, I was fortunate enough to visit the historic city of Damascus. Walking around what is claimed to be the oldest inhabited city in the world, you really feel the magic that is pulsating in the air.
It was during this visit that I took a picture that never fails to make me smile. While exploring the cramped, winding streets of the old city, I came across a young boy of around three years old. Upon seeing me, the youngster climbed on a cart, and assumed the position you see in the picture. Highly bemused and amused, I took some photos of the scene. The boy remained in this exact same position - head down, bum up high in the air - for a good few minutes. As I began to walk away, I noticed a man appear and hand the boy...sweets! He then came down from the cart and ran off. Poor boy wanted payment for his efforts...
You can find out more about my trip to Damascus in the travel piece I wrote for Aquarius magazine here: http://gulfnews.com/life-style/travel/destinations/dazzle-your-senses-in-damascus-1.656779
Sunday, September 26, 2010
The beginning.
Welcome,
It is often advised that those who wish to start a blog should write on what they're most passionate and knowledgeable about. After a spot of soul searching, I realised that aside from the gorgeous actor Idris Elba, I take great pleasure from many things in life - namely the ones that delight my senses. Whether it be a mouthwatering Spaghetti Bolognese, a sunset that takes my breath away, or the smell of trodden down grass and stale beer at a music festival, I am a connoisseur of all things that make me feel 'alive.' I therefore decided that I would dedicate this blog to writing about anything that delights my senses, in the hope of inspiring great conversation, and perhaps encouraging my readers to try something new. Expect anything from food to drink, travel, literature, music, and many more.
This blog is dedicated to three simple things that bring great joy to my senses:
This blog is dedicated to three simple things that bring great joy to my senses:
Incense, Red Wine and Soul Music.
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