In which Zach celebrates Christmas season by joining Jordan’s largest Christian choral group in song in their annual Holiday Concert.

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In which Zach takes his second trip down to south Jordan – back to Wadi Rum – in order to celebrate Thanksgiving and camp out with his friends in the lovely desert.

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Perhaps it’s just the fact that I spent the weekend sleeping outside under the stars in the desert, without a hat, and when I woke up I was covered in cold dew droplets, but I’m not feeling particularly healthy this morning. Thanksgiving was excellent; in fact, I had two of them – one with my […]

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In which Zach gives his students their first “test” after a week of classes, and provides a copy of the quiz online here as well. He also says a sad farewell to two of his cats.

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In which Zach has a whirlwind sightseeing and camping tour of the Petra ruins, the craggy mountains of Wadi Rum, and the lovely, tropical, and tax-free city of Aqaba at the edge of Saudi Arabia. A long post; but hopefully informative!

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In which Zach has his second day of teaching, and provides some photos of Ayn Al Basha’s construction. Oh yes, and kitty pictures, too.

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