TASTY SNACK

During a stop in Jebel Ali, I came across what I thought was stuffed cockroaches. Not the case, they were dates stuffed with apricots and almonds. They were good none the less.

IRANIAN DINING

During a recent swing through the United Arab Emirates, we had dinner at an Iranian restaurant. On the menu was Baghaliy Polow (Lamb Shanks), Khoresh-te-Gormeh Sabzi (Fresh green herbs stewed with red kidney beans, dried lemon, fresh vegetable and beef, served with saffron rice). Tea with fresh dates and Iranian cookies topped-off a delicious meal.

VISIT TO THE FRENCH SHIP FORBIN

Recently, I visited the "Fregate Forbin." The visit was an all expense paid trip that included round trip transportation via their helicopter, a prime rib dinner and lots of espresso and Perrier.

Golf Bahrain

During a recent visit to Bahrain, I was able to play the Royal Golf Course.

KUMAR GOES TO EISENHOWER

We were visited by a couple Hollywood Actors this week, do you know who they are?

Happy Birthday Ian

Well, I missed another birthday party.

I heard it was another great Schneider gathering.

I Like IKE -- Arabian Gulf Deployment

A few pics of what the ship is doing out here.....

A Night In The Arabian Desert

I spent an evening in the desert 4 wheeling, rode a camel and had a great meal.

Food in Dubai

Home of the Shwarma and Hummas. I was in search of the great camel. I found something, just don't know for sure what it was....

Golf Dubai

I was ablet to get 18 in while inport Dubai at the Dubai Creek Golf Club.

Faire Un Accueil Chaleureaux A'qn

I enjoyed a visit in Marseille, France.

SUEZ CANAL

I finally made my first trip through the Suez Canal enroute to the Arabian Gulf.