Charcoal and Face Cleaning. Who Knew?

Ah, the things one has to do to be a parent. There are times when you have to sit back and wait to ensure that all the left overs are eaten. Or there are times when you have to do the driving to ensure that your children are having fun with their friends. There are times you have to read with them. You have to make sure they've done their teeth and gotten ready for bed. Other times you have to be there to support them during games or performances. Other times still you just have to listen. And every once in a while you have to be part of the beautification process.... and so it was when daddy was introduced to charcoal face masks. The girls will insist that it does wonders for their skin. Daddy's not so sure about the quality of the skin, but it sure was fun to share the experience!  Here's to many more such fun and new experiences!

Dubai Fun

When we first got to Dubai, now over three years ago, we promised ourselves that we wouldn't be caught up with a lifestyle of over-consumption of high-end presents, experiences and the like. We'd keep things real, so to speak. But, as the daily life moves forward it's hard not to be allow one's self to be sucked in to the many options for fun that exist in this place. Before long we were going to the pool, then the mall, then the water park, then the escape room and, of course, the amusement parks that call this area home. 

On this October day we took advantage of the good weather and headed off to one of the amusement parks. Each girl brought a friend and together we did several rounds of the fun and exciting things on offer. Rollercoasters, running around, special theme events, etc., were all on offer and though daddy, largely not interested in the adrenaline rush of near-death-like experiences, opted for watching from afar, the day was a huge success. The girls wore smiles from ear to ear, even if mommy and daddy showed a bit more wear and tear. :-)

For the record, we still still try to focus on the important things - family, friends, natural spaces - but we're also learning (some more quickly than others) of the benefits of having such entertainment spaces within such easy reach. Now, how does one complete with this stuff?  :-)