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  • Similarities and differences between the Lebanese and the Swiss

    Similarities and differences between the Lebanese and the Swiss

    Having just returned from Switzerland, I thought it interesting to do a comparison between the Lebanese and the Swiss, after all, Lebanon was considered the Switzerland of the Middle East, right ? Apart from the obvious differences in Size, Government, Religions, etc, I did find many similarities. Perhaps misguided from being a proud Lebanese dreaming…

  • What is your religion ?

    What is your religion ?

    I recently lost my cool when someone asked me what my religion was after I mentioned that I was Lebanese. Granted I was tired and I felt the meeting was going nowhere but my reaction was none the less slightly emotional and defensive. I have been asked this question all my life and have until…

  • Praia Brava, Itajai, Santa Catarina, Brazil

    Praia Brava, Itajai, Santa Catarina, Brazil

    One of the most beautiful beaches in the world.  Very strong winds give this beach it’s name ‘Brava’ meaning angry and make it a favourite location for surfers.  Many people kite surfing here and on a sunny summer day is a haunt for the Southern Beauties that Brazil is famous for.

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