One hundred and thirty old friends converged on a London night club, for ‘Jewels’ we all are! To reminisce we must – to reminisce we did. For were we not the pioneers of those desert days? For did we not help shape things to come? “I knew your husband” one sweet man said.  “I remember your face” said another. We squealed with delight when across a close friend we came. Pretty ladies exchanged their gifts of words, their memories and their smiles, as music from those ’80’s days played loud and clear, our thoughts returned to the hot indolent days and torpid nights of our treasured paradise, merging with the vibrant dancing that was now.
Handsome men stood together, enjoying their beers, remembering Rugby on stony terrain and Hash House Harriers running through ‘najoods’ in boiling arid heat. Oh yes not much was forgotten at the desert reunion! Sweet memories of twinkling nights atop Jebal Hafeet, the tastes and smells of the “Golden Sheep” “The Hilton” and “The Intercont”. Cooling sun- downers at the end of a sweltering day, the brushstrokes of these clear memories like a perfect piece of art. Friends made in a life together under a turquoise sky, bonds made in this desert oasis that will not be broken even though years pass.
Our laughter in London was an echo of past times, still beautiful now with the changing years. Stay well dear friends until we meet again… Â Â Susie Hemingway Moursi
That was really lovely Susie, thank you,
//Dervla
Thank you Dervla РI thought it would be nice to do a little pr̩cis for the fun night we all had. All very best wishes.
Susie, lovely eloquent words as always for what seems like a wonderful weekend. Glad you enjoyed it so much.x
It sounds as though you all had a truly wonderful reunion; I am so glad.
Thank you for giving us a peak into the fun and laughter!
Thank you for your comment left here Audrey – it would have been wonderful to see you and Chas there, one day perhaps. I believe they plan to have another reunion back in Al Ain in a few years time, now that would be fun. It was a good night to remember the fun times we had and a super thing to achieve after all this time. Love to you.
Thanks Sian – it was a great reunion and much fun catching-up on the passing years – yes a lot of laughter – so good for the soul x
What lovely words Susie. How I wish I was there. Im sure you had a fantastic time meeting all your friends again….
Love Karen xxxx
Thanks Karen – wish you had been there also. It was mostly Tawam Ladies and Gents but I knew quite a few and some close friends from other areas of Al Ain were also there, so a lot of fun was had – A real ‘blast from the past’ there are photos on my FB page if you care to look. I am sure you will recognize even more. Love to you xxx
First of all I want to say great blog!
I had a quick question which I’d like
to ask if you don’t mind. I was curious to know how you center yourself and clear your
head
prior to writing. I have had difficulty clearing my thoughts in getting my ideas out.
I truly do take pleasure in writing but it just seems like the first
10 to 15 minutes are generally lost simply just trying to
figure out how to begin. Any suggestions or tips?
Thanks!
Dont forget you dont have to start at the beginning. Jot down some notes or just write a line to make a start. You can enhance from your first words.
As I mostly write poems and often write completely from beginning to end in one sitting, for those it is always different. A poem is usually a feeling that spills into words very much visual for me.
Good luck with all your write.