Justin and I have only been married two years.  Insha'allah, in 23 years, we can go to where Justin proposed to celebrate our anniversary, like my parents just celebrated their 25th anniversary where my Dad proposed. 

25 ish years ago parents took a trip to the Grand Canyon.  My Dad was planning to "pop the question" at some point during the trip as they visited various viewpoints.  Well, he was so nervous that he proposed at the first overlook they came to, Mather Point. 

This January, for their 25th Anniversary, my Dad surprised my Mom by announcing he had made reservations at El Tovar Hotel, a beautiful lodge on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.  A nice layer of snow made the Grand Canyon and Mather Point particularly beautiful for their visit. 

I've included pictures from 25 years ago and from earlier this month.  I love looking at these pictures!

Be sure to click on the photos to view a slideshow.

We spent New Years Eve and our two-year wedding anniversary wandering about the fabulous city of Granada.

Rundown on the history of Granada:

Just posting a few pics from our hostal room in Granada.  We might write text once we get back to Cairo.  Click on the pictures to view a slideshow with captions! 

Just posting a few pictures of the past few weeks from our hostal room in Granada.  Might write text once we get back to Cairo.  Click on pictures and view slideshows for captions.

It's been a bit chilly. Our flat does not have heat. And I've been spending hours on my final papers.  And finally Justin couldn't listen to me whine any more so he picked up a chair and set it in the kitchen next to the oven which I was occasionally walking in and warming my hands in front of.   Hands get cold roving about on the keyboard.  Gloves, if I had any, would negatively impact typing accuracy. 

Once in the kitchen I had only to reach over and open the oven for a blast of warmth. 

One more paper to go.