Okay, the pretty scarf is it... finest protective gear Afghanistan has to offer. So, do I look like an Afghan woman? My Afghan colleagues are thrilled to see me in this outfit, not sure because it's for my safety or the fact they think I'm moving over to becoming a good Muslim woman. And yes, I continue to wear the head scarf when outside established safe zones even though I hate wearing it. The smile is definitely a fake one.As most of you have probably read, there was a bombing of a grocery store here in Kabul frequented by westerners. This occured about 4 blocks from our compound, so that'll keep me "honest" for a while for sure. I recognize how much I miss home and all of you and as our Robert Frost wrote "and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep."
You look lovely in that scarf. Jillian was reading the blog and shared my sentiment. Thank you for being careful...you're not in Vienna, 'ya know. :)
ReplyDeleteOur family was reading Robert Frost the other night. The poem you quoted from and "The Birches". We were warmed heart and soul.
Home misses you, Gail.
You are greatly loved.
Hi Aunty Gail!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Darling! I do have one question, though. Does it give you "Scarf Head" like a hat does? Love ya XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Auntie Gail! As the cliche goes.."it brings out your eyes"...but it's true! Another 2 day storm here...ugh. xxoo, Steph and Joey
ReplyDeleteHey - how long is your hair? You best not cut it before I see it IN PERSON! love ya, kt
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