So we decided to have a Christmas party on the 24th. It really amazes me how the UAE embraces Christmas just a little bit more every year. This year, it’s full on. At least the part about giving and Santa. He was at every mall. There were even more Christmas lights, decorations, etc.
Went on a little sidetrack there. So we had our Christmas party. Mostly Mae’s cousins and friends, which is fine with me. The handful of Americans I know are ones I work with every other day of the week. Fine fellows. But we all need a break. A local man even showed up in the traditional kandura (just to further the point that Emiratis are embracing the spirit of the holiday). The food was brought in from Ortego’s Deli, my favorite Filipino restaurant in Abu Dhabi. They offered a great Christmas feast for a fair price. I just had to drive over and pick it up. Got some wine while I was out, as well.
Everyone seemed to have a good time.