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quick update

I got some goggles and it was the best decision ever. Absolutely NO water gets into my eyes and I love it. Nevermind that Im the only adult not swimming laps wearing them but I.DONT.CARE!
They are from Speedos and are at Mushrif Mall for 73 dirham and come clear or tinted.
My lap pool is juuuuuuuust deep enough so that I can practice but can tap the bottom and come back up quickly. I worked hard and diligently today on treading and relaxing in the water. The only thing is that Ill have to do it 2 days back to back so that I can deep condition my hair after and retwist my roots. Husband says I must do that,lol.


Still have some things to put away but we are pretty much comfortable in the place. Cant take pics until all is put away.Checking out BHS this week for home items. I would like a center piece for the DR table and we also need a desk but that will come later.


No salsa tonight. My ankle is hurting and I have quite the limp. I think Im going to go to Central Market Souk and get one of those beautiful canes they have. If I need one, I dont want to be using the old,ugly wooden one I have. Granted it was only 12 dirham but Im young so it should at least be stylish!!!


On a side note, and this will intentionally be brief because I could go on a tangent about this. . .


I am amazed at some of the things I read from some of the teachers here. Everyong is paving the road for someone else. Will the road be smooth or bumpy? That remains to be seen but it can be bumpy enough on its own with the help of tempermental people.

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