Morjes!

Welcome to my blog. I write about fitting in, sticking out, and missing the motherland as a serial foreigner.

July 12th, outsourced

When we went to see Les Miserables in January, at least one scene was noticeably cut. It was interesting to read this article and find out more about why certain things get cut and not others. [HT Ashi]

This is one of those "I saw this in a million places" links...but you really should watch it. It's that clever. How General Authorities Eat Their Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. [I'm giving the HT to my mom since even after seeing it everywhere, I didn't watch it until she sent it to me.]


An airline safety video...as interpreted by Bear Grylls. [HT Suzanne]

Here's an insight into the remittance system of work that is so prevalent here in the UAE.


I'm sorry, but the story of this firefighter (who was one of 19 who died in Yarnell) and his wife is just uplifting and heartbreaking all at once.

Genetics are awesome. [HT someone...can't remember who, sorry!]

25 things Mormon girls love. I understand a lot of these, but not all - mustaches on sticks? Cupcakes? Really? [HT Scotty]

These may or may not be funny to you. I'm just throwing them out there: Ramadan Memes. [HT Andrew]


Summer in Sharjah: Aquarium & Maritime Museum

Ramadan and HOT