One of the things I love about moving into a new place is seeing the transformation that occurs. Over the months or years you can see how a place morphs into a home. I’m delighted to have my new additions…
Hobbies in Kabul
Afghanistan is treating me well. After a month in country it really feels as though I’m settling in to some good routines. While I’ve been enjoying spending more time relaxing and being social than I ever had time to do…
Dangers of Afghanistan
My apologies in advance for the heaviness of the today’s topic. I figure that underneath it all, folks are thinking of security issues when they imagine me in Afghanistan. Might as well bring it out in the open. Today I…
What is your work like?
As you can see, I work in a house that appears more like a wedding cake than an office building. INGOs (International Non-governmental Organizations) are basically stuck with the Pakistani chintz architecture that has made its way over the border.…
What exactly are you are doing in Kabul?
I figure that I’ll start with some of the basics here, like what I do. I know that given my line of work, people are often at a loss for what I actually do, particularly in Afghanistan. I am now…
Miel’s Abode in Kabul
Welcome to my abode! Certainly a long ways from our place in Washington, but I’ve worked to make it a home away from home. The placement of the room is superb, tucked away in the back left ground floor. Though…