Headed Home

We will be returning back home this weekend with enough time to rest and recover before the new school week begins. We look forward to seeing our friends on Monday! :)

Trip To The Desert

There were lots of power lines in the desert. We think that they are for powering the oil refineries.


We saw many Bedouin people camped in the desert herding their animals.




Rock formations...

Border security...

One of the last signs that the U.S. Troops see before heading into Iraq...

Kuwait military check point...

Standing in the desert...


Military helicopter in the desert...

Desert sunset...

Visiting the Grand Mosque

We went on a tour of the Grand Mosque, the seventh largest mosque in the world. They required that the women and children wear robes and head-coverings before entering the building. We enjoyed seeing the beautiful architecture and carvings. We learned a lot about the culture and the main religion here in Kuwait.

Outside of the Grand Mosque...

Inside of the Grand Mosque...

Amazing domed ceiling...

Speaking into this alcove makes your voice project throughout the building. There is no need for microphones.

The wool carpet is striped to help people line up in an orderly fashion.

Chair...

Ceiling...

Main room...

Only damage from war...

Special gathering room...

Artifacts with calligraphy tools...

Mommy is the traditional clothing for women...

Outside of the main building...

Courtyard...

Beautiful chandeliers...

Cubby holes for shoes--People are required to remove their shoes before entering the mosque.

The Palace...

Home of the Royal Family...

Party In The Family Park

Our balcony overlooks a family park. Every night, families gather together in the park to eat, socialize, and watch live music/entertainment. This is what it look like from our view.

Call To Prayer

Several times throughout the day, we hear the Call To Prayer from the mosques in the city. It is as loud as a tornado siren! It startles us every time, but we are getting used to it.

Driving Around Town

Driving around Kuwait City--Don't get carsick!

Squealing Wheels!!!

The HOT smooth pavement and rubber tires makes wheels squeal whether we're driving fast or super slow!!!