Siesta!

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I may have mentioned that it's hot in Cairo. 

And so, like many Mediterranean countries, even those in the far South near Africa, sensible people take shelter during the heat of the day and come out in the evening, when it begins to (sort of) cool down. 

For example, at 8pm here its dark and still a very balmy 31c.

Consequently, the Nile walk becomes really busy at around this time, with families and groups of teens strolling. I have yet to see any kind of stress or bother. People are very genial and there's lots of chat, smiling, and laughter.

So, this afternoon, I found myself back in the Diwan Coffee/Bookshop working on my Sermon for next Sunday. I couldn't find the remote for the air con in my 'office', so as there is literally no air coming through the open windows, it seemed like the clever thing to do. 

Almost my Costa away from home. Almost!

As its Saturday here, the equivalent of Sunday back home, there are very few people working around the Cathedral. Those that are around are here for services, get togethers, or classes etc.

After a light dinner, I decided to go for a walk along the boardwalk at Zamalek. As I mentioned its very busy with people, and the traffic is still quite heavy.

As Father S observed recently, Cairo is a city built on three floors. The basement (subway); the ground floor (the street); and the first floor (the huge amount of overpasses and bridges which span the city).

I see what he means!

Now its off to prepare for tomorrow's Holy Communion service with the Bishop!


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