Month: January 2007
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Visiting the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara
I got back a few days ago from a big trip across southern Morocco. I signed up for a four day trip but it got extended to a five day trip because a storm came in and dumped snow in the pass. The main thing I remember from the trip is how cold it was!…
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Lost in the Souk
I have been in Marrakech two days now and I have been lost in the souk (marketplace) at least three times. Far from being a problem, that means I am doing things right. After traveling in Dakar, the touts, faux guides, and various other types of urchin are no problem for me. In fact, as…
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Rome, Paris, then Morocco
I am still alive! Just a little post to keep something on the front page of my blog. I am in Rome right now staying with the lovely and hospitable Kristin. Tomorrow I fly to Paris and meet the lovely and resourceful Lisa, who has scored us a room with the lovely and hospitable Nancy.…
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Liberian Civil Servants
This photo essay shows pictures of several Liberian civil servants. The picture of the governor of River Gee brought back memories. I met village chiefs in offices like this to talk about how MSF could work with the community.