Tahrir Square :: Mon., Nov 21, 2011

Nov 21 2011, a set on Flickr.

Just a few pics taken on Monday, November 21, 2011 at Tahrir Square in downtown Cairo. There was some calm in the Square while most of the action took place on the side streets.

Music Monday 114 :: Patrick Stump "This City" f/Lupe Fiasco

Music Monday 114 :: Patrick Stump "This City" f/Lupe Fiasco

I can't believe that, again, I'm not up to date on music. Thank goodness I have a TV now and satellite (I live and work in Cairo and for two years, I didn't have a TV) and American TV shows.

So I was watching The Tonight Show the other day and I looked up from the computer and saw this guy and heard this voice singing this song and I had to stop what I was doing to fully grasp all the goodness that is "This City." It's got this funky kinda vibe to it and his voice: just smooth. The bonus for me was the contribution from Lupe Fiasco on the video (he wasn't on The Tonight Show) because I love that thing called hip hop.

 

Music Monday 113 :: LMFAO "Party Rock Anthem"

Music Monday 113 :: LMFAO "Party Rock Anthem"

My apology for not posting a Music Monday blog post for the past few weeks. It's always on my mind on Sunday and Monday and then the next thing I know, it's Tuesday.

But have no fear Music Monday's not going anywhere.

As for this week's selection: this song is quite the party starter. Just upbeat and fun and danceable. So get to shufflin!

A Great Blend of Tea

Have you ever tried Rishi Tea's Organic Jamaica Red Rooibos? Well, neither had I until yesterday. I bought the tea, probably in April when I was in the U.S. For some reason, I haven't used it. My loss - or my gain depending on how you think of it.

I originally learned about the Rishi Tea brand when I asked a friend, who was coming to visit me in Cairo, to bring me some caffeine-free tea.

Image borrowed from Rishi Tea

I thought that the Jamaica Red Rooibos would be really sweet because of the hibiscus, but it's a nice flavor combination - there's also some lemongrass. I like it because it's caffeine-free so it's great for the afternoon and evening.

Do yourself a favor and give it a try. Oh and FYI: I'm not paid to write about this product.