10 June

Strange weather in Dubai. Instead of rising, the temperatures fell to around 38 degrees last week due to cyclone Gonu in the Arabian Gulf. The cyclone caused much flooding and damage in Oman and so far the loss of life stands at 61. Waves and floods also hit one of the UAE Emirates called Fujairah and caused serious damage. Fortunately for us, the only effect in Dubai was some wind, high cloud and cooler weather.

I ordered the National guitar a week ago and my credit card has been debited, so now I wait in excitement for its delivery. I also ordered a new pickup for the Martin (The LR Baggs IMIX), the Baggs Parametric DI, and other smalls, so its gonna be like Christmas soon.

The company situation gets worse! Rentals are paid annually in advance in Dubai and companies tend to pay the rent up front and then recover the cost monthly as a salary deduction. The jokers I work for suddenly decided not to do this any more, which leaves us in an even more difficult situation. Once again, God is my rock. I know He'll continue to provide and need to ask you to pray that He'll sort this particular situation out. I guess he wants to teach us some things but I'd really like to leave Dubai as soon as possible. It is truly an awful place.

The kids have 18 days of school left and are counting down the days. They are looking forward to their SA trip and it'll be good for them. And for J & I.

Blessings to all and keep on keeping on!