Never Say Never

If someone had told me a year ago that some day I would live in Morocco I would have told them it could never happen. But one year ago I didn't know that the very stable nonprofit Rob has worked with for 17 years would shut down, that a new nonprofit based in Africa would offer him a job, and that we would both be really excited about the prospect of moving to this exotic country. Well, that's what happened and I'm sitting in an apartment in Marrakesh even as I write. Lesson learned? Never say never!

Old town market Marrakesh, Morroco

We flew in yesterday for a pre-move visit to get a lay of the land before we move for real later this summer. Our connection in Lisbon afforded us the opportunity to see what must be the biggest airport sardine shop in the world. 

 

Who knew that sardines are considered the third marvel of Portugal, after soccer and sunlight? I wish I could say I'm excited about living so close to the sardine capital of the world, but I've never really cared for these oily little critters. The cans are beautiful though!

Rob new employer, Morocco based fertilizer company OCP, will be providing housing for us during our stay in Marrakesh. Our permanent accomodations will be ready for a tour tomorrow, but in the meantime they have provided an apartment in a complex which is quite lovely. 

Rob is teaching some classes and attending some planning meetings during our short stay this month, but I am living the life of leisure. (Did I mention that I retired last month? 😀) I started my day with a swim in the enormous pool outside our apartment. Yes, it's as big as it looks. Let's just say the Moroccans know how to do things right! 

And so begins our Moroccan adventure! We have so much to learn and experience and look forward to sharing our exploits via this blog if you are interested in following along. Until next time we bid you a fond adieu! 

Sue & Rob