In just a few days, I have learned the following about Egypt:

1) Every man between the ages of 16 to 60 knows how to say "Welcome" to every western woman seen.

2) Do not listen to directions provided from one of the men listed above as they all give you directions to their shop, pop up after giving directions about a block later, offer to take you for a walk, smoke hash or give you a massage.

3) The fresh juice is absolutely fabulous....no water...just 100% fruit...the Mango is a think paste of mango in a cup and is to die for...

4) No one has the right of way...the street signs mean nothing...walk when you want. Risk your life if you have too.

5) That everyone curses at the broken down taxi on the side of the road, even if they are themselves a taxi driver. I am a bit bewildered by this as every taxi is about 30 years old and shows it's wear and tear.

6) Hot is really hot...in Cairo.

7) There really is nothing to see in a dessert, not even camel.

8) Make bus reservations in advance so that you do not have to stand for 5 hours with 20 other people on long destinations.

9) Donkeys walk faster than I ever imagined.....unbelievable.

10) In the dessert everyone teases by saying...Welcome to Alaska.