Spending Thanksgiving in Djibouti

To All, I am having a fest with my Djibouti Family here this year. I will take pictures. To everyone back in the states don't eat too much and I will try and be in contact with you on turkey day. I love you and you are in my thoughts and I am thankful everyday for everything. Have a peaceful time and I will see you soon.

Cheers,

Robert

To Do list....

I finally have gotten tired of not accomplishing a few things:

1. Clean my bicycle (Djibouti is a dust infested place next to the gulf of eden. (saltwater sea))

2. Clean my living area. Wipe down every corner with bleach cleaner. And sort everything.

3. start a regular work out schedule.

I am hitting three for three. I started last night and cleaned the living area out. I got rid of stuff I don't know why I was keeping it. I also had some tilex bleach cleaner and used it and wiped down all surfaces in my living area. I also got a new carpet so the majority of my area is covered by carpet now. I then wiped down my bike which had some mud caked to it. I still need to put some WD40 on the chain and pump up the tires a little but it is better. I then this morning worked out a bit, I have gotten out of my routine of yoga and running. I did some push ups, crunches, and about an hour of yoga. I feel good. And I feel like I accomplished something. My living area hasn't been this clean since I moved in last month. I feel good.

A Good Ethiopian Meal

Last night Wade and I took a trip off base for a good meal. We ended up at a place called Bembis,We have been to the place before and the food is French and Ethiopian. We opted for the Ethiopian. They have this spore bread and spicy meats with these awesome green peppers. I am all about spicy. They also marinate some beef in this red sauce, to die for. You eat with your hands, so it can be a little messy. If I could liken it to another type of food I would say It reminds me of the Marrakesh in NW Portland, Oregon a Moroccan Restaurant. We shared an open plate which was good. It was the right amount of food. After dinner the waitress brought out a desert book and i was hesitant to even look but, then I saw they have pistachio ice cream, I had to get it. It was heavenly !!! I think it ranks up with the best pistachio ice cream I have ever had. We also enjoyed a Ethiopian Coffee, which was a Strong roasted coffee and Ethiopians take pride in their coffee. It was a good experience. I have been working a lot and you could say I am stressed out more than usual lately. This experience massaged my soul and I feel lighter. This is definitely a place to go if you are in Djibouti. Affordable, great atmosphere, and not to mention the food.

Cheers to all.

Djibouti Life

I can't believe it is already November. it is time to start reflecting on the past year and look at all the stuff I have been up to. I think I have changed for the better. It has been a while since i have posted an entry but i am healthy. I took a short trip to Thailand and have been working my ass off. I hope everyone is safe and well. I wish you all the best. Check out the flickr account it seems to be the one page that I keep up to date. I am going to reconstruct my web page pretty soon. www.robertsimila.com and I am going to add some cool Elliott Smith stuff. I am working on my photography and trying to do some other artistic ventures. I will also be keeping you up to date with where i am. You are in my thoughts and you all know who you are. I probably don't tell you enough but I love you and i am proud to be associated with you.

Peace to all