I’ve realised just lately that I’ve taken living in Jordan for granted. I love living here and from the very beginning I promised myself that I would explore Jordan. However, I’ve been busy and almost without realising it I have … Read More
by Stephanie Altwassi It’s hard to believe that 10 years has passed since our Jordanian wedding and 11 years since we first met. Before getting married, my parents gave us their blessing in writing – here is part of it: … Read More
By Bev Taylor I have had so much fun getting off the beaten track in Jordan this week! I arrived in Jordan a couple of weeks ago to spend some time with my daughter and her family, with the aim … Read More
When you grow up in a big city, getting out of the hustle and bustle is often easier said than done. From the word go I was never a city girl, I longed for visits to my grandmother where we … Read More
Ramadan in Jordan Leading up to Ramadan in Jordan In the the last few weeks we have been busy preparing for the month of Ramadan in Jordan. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, it is a month … Read More
By Stephanie Twaissi Diwali, or stuffed grape leaves, is a popular meal here in Jordan. It’s nearly the end of May 2016 and we are beginning to feel the warmth of the summer sun here in Wadi Musa. The change … Read More
By Stephanie Twaissi When I first saw our flat in Wadi Musa all my attention went to one thing – the scenery that unfolded before me. In the distance the dramatic mountains of Petra and closer to our doorstep … Read More