Wine sampled. Tapas enjoyed. Architecture admired. And bags filled with beautiful Spanish designs. After all, how could we resist when walking passed beautiful windows adorned like this… Read more “Andalusia: Pretty”
Category: Mandy in Morocco
Andalusia: Stop #3
Our last stop saw us arriving in Granada. For just a short visit. Two nights, one day. Not nearly long enough. But long enough to see the… Read more “Andalusia: Stop #3”
Andalusia: Stop #2
We arrived in the pouring rain. But it didn’t matter. The charming old Jewish quarter of Cordoba complete with winding cobblestoned streets lead to little tapas bars… Read more “Andalusia: Stop #2”
Andalusia: Stop #1
I have a confession to make. I’m a bit of a history and architecture geek. And so when my friend, an equal geek about that kinda stuff,… Read more “Andalusia: Stop #1”
The busy myth
STOP GLORIFYING BUSY That’s my wish. I see people updating their social media statuses mentioning how busy they are. Hyping up the latest gigs they scored. The… Read more “The busy myth”
City girl
I’m a city girl. Like a live in the heart of the city, shop locally, eat locally and live locally kinda gal. My worst nightmare would be… Read more “City girl”
Perspective
Someone recently asked me if my life is as great as it sounds on Facebook, Twitter and through my blog. The short answer is yes. But the… Read more “Perspective”
The end of another day
Despite living here for two years, watching the sun set over the old city as Jeema el Fna comes to life is still a magical experience with… Read more “The end of another day”
Yes We Can!
Oh Obama. Why can’t Canada have a charismatic, inspirational leader like this man? But never mind. Did you see Obama’s inauguration speech the other day? Wow I… Read more “Yes We Can!”
Two
Where has the time gone? I can hardly believe it’s been two years ago since I arrived in Marrakech with just three bags, two of which went… Read more “Two”
Great views from around Morocco
With today’s #FriFoto theme being great views from around the world, I thought I would personalize it up a bit to my “world”, Morocco. And share some… Read more “Great views from around Morocco”
My Christmas wish for you!
My Christmas wish dear reader is that we forget about commercialism. And focus instead on creating memories that will last a lifetime. Like admiring beautiful Christmas windows.… Read more “My Christmas wish for you!”
The shortest day of the year!
Happy first day of winter. While I typically absolutely hate winter, but I didn’t mind a week of snow and cold while in Berlin. I absolutely loved… Read more “The shortest day of the year!”
Karl Lagerfeld’s Little Black Jacket in Berlin
It was the last day of the exhibit, and my last day in Berlin. So my style-conscious friend and I headed over to Potsdamer Platz in Berlin… Read more “Karl Lagerfeld’s Little Black Jacket in Berlin”
Marrakech International Film Festival: A week of films, food, friends and fun!
Oh it’s been a fun week with the Marrakech International Film Festival taking place. I’ve been sneaking out to catch as many films as possible. Films followed… Read more “Marrakech International Film Festival: A week of films, food, friends and fun!”
Marrakech International Film Festival: Una Noche
With the Marrakech International Film Festival taking place this week, I’ve been tryiNg to see as many films as possible. My interests tend to be in the… Read more “Marrakech International Film Festival: Una Noche”
Marrakech International Film Festival: Horses of God / Chevaux de Dieu by Nabil Ayouch
It was the first film I saw in the 2012 competition. And it was the first time the film was shown in Morocco. A special experience as… Read more “Marrakech International Film Festival: Horses of God / Chevaux de Dieu by Nabil Ayouch”
The week ahead
Oh I’ve had a trying week. One filled with relationship ups and downs. Nothing major, just tiring. So as I head back to the office tomorrow, I’m… Read more “The week ahead”
Arm candy
I’ve added another vintage Moroccan carpet to my collection. This time in the form of a clutch. (I *may* have a large collection of Moroccan leather handbags!)… Read more “Arm candy”
Oh November
I used to hate November. Gone are the pretty fall colours. Say hello to Daylight Savings Time. And rain. Or snow. And cold. Dreary. And the lack… Read more “Oh November”