Friday, May 29, 2009

Beirut2Cairo, Why?

When I was fresh out of college, the first time (BA Social Sciences, UCSB 1973) , I went to work for NBC television in beautiful downtown Burbank (Cultural reference: the location of the studios in which 1968, Rowen and Martin’s Laugh-In show was taped)

I loved working in TV, and New York was the heart of the industry, so I loved all things New York. So much so, in hindsight, I married my first husband to move there.

Now, as another new graduate (SJSU MFA 2009) and a facilitator for Soliya Connect (www.soliya.net) I love many things Middle Eastern, so when the opportunity to participate in the Beirut Exchange came my way, I jumped at it. Traveling all that way, I couldn’t miss visiting my friends in Egypt, so I convinced Jim to join me in Cairo, and an adventure was born.

I will use this blog as a discipline to chronicle the journey to Beirut, Cairo and Luxor this spring/summer. Stay tuned…
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8 comments:

  1. ButterflyMay 30, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    Have a great trip! Looking forward to following your travels here.
    Lee

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  2. Anne ThaxterMay 30, 2009 at 1:37 PM

    Wow! First Congratulations on your latest graduation.

    2nd- What a great adventure. I will look forward to reading about it as you go.

    Anne

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  3. Pat AdamsMay 30, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    Congratulations, Ginny, on your graduation. Have a great trip. Pat

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  4. ssuriyapaMay 30, 2009 at 11:40 PM

    Ginney, I'll be looking forward to every entry. Best wishes on your travels. xo Susan

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  5. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    Ginney, Congratulations!!! Have a wonderful trip and I look forward to hearing about your travels! Hugs from California! love, Kim

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  6. AnonymousMay 31, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    Certainly nothing boring about your life my friend! Congrats graduate and safe travels on your newest adventure! My best to you (and hi to Jim too).

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  7. susan castner-paineJune 3, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    What wonderful news! I look forward to every post - you are living part of my dreams. Have a wonderful time. Best to you and Jim.
    with love and (I can't deny it) envy - Susan

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  8. UnknownJune 4, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    today as you're en route to beirut, mr obama is speaking in cairo...i just keep thinking about both of you working for peace and reconciliation, each with your own gifts and on your own stage. beautiful. Godspeed! d

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