Oct 31 was supposed to be the happiest day of the month (salary time) but it was in contrary to what I expected.

After work on the 31st of Oct., I went straight to western union to send my money remittance to the Philippines. Before leaving the office, I secured the envelope where the whole amount was being kept. The money was intact that's why I proceeded to my destination which is Enjaz remittance center in Al Khobar( western union affiliate). I arrived there exactly when salah started (routine prayer schedule for muslim). As usual, I stood infront of the enjaz main door while waiting for the opening of the establishment. While waiting and standing in the que, I kept my eyes on my pocket securing the envelope while laughing with my friend who arrived that moment. The salah was finished and everybody were hurried to find their respective places in the que going to cashier (pushing each other). When I reached the interior of the establishment, I immediately filled up the form and went back to the que again. I'am about to pick up the money from my pocket, but its all gone (shit!.. heaven forgive me for the word). I was in speechless mode (thats the money I earned for the past month). Everyone were sympathytic especially the kabayan who happened to be there to send their remittances to their respective families back home.

You might be prejudicial in some ways, thinking its my negligence that brought about the scenario. Yes, but accident and crime happens when you less expecting it. Whoever took the money from my pocket hope it will help you. Everything happened with purpose.

To the pick-pocket dude (nationality is unknown), wishing you advance merry christmas!.To those who were affected by the selfish act of unconcern individual, especially my nephew who is expecting the money for his allowance this month(and other school expenses), my heartfelt sorry and I will make it up to you next month.

Please take care of your personal possession. Be vigilant!

Hello photo challengers! I came up with these photos this week's challenge. Hope you like those. I find photography a challenging job and a therapy for my homesickness especially these days. Thank you for the inspiration ma'am Wendy!

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There were rules set by the saudi government for every expatriates to follow. One prohibition is taking photos in public esp. with single women and public properties like mosque, banks and government agencies, but families were excempted from this rule. In my case, I have my own rules, why? because my name is "King", lol! Seriously, you have to abide the set rules otherwise you will end up behind prison bars. I took every photos with care and caution. If they were given a chance to check these photos, perhaps they will like those, lol!. Who do you think the first one disobeyed the rules (??)...

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Thanks and goodluck to all participants!

Hello dear readers! This morning I recieved numerous Diwali greetings from Indian friends in the office. Honestly, I don't have any idea what Diwali celebration is until my close friend and happened to be my mentor in premier unit explained it to me (promoting Indian tourism, lol! "Susmita Sen ikaw ba yan?"). Then, I got to fully understood what this celebration all about. Besides, that would be another contribution to my exposure to asian culture and tradition, right?!

Diwali is one the most well-known Indian festival and is often referred to as the "Festival of Lights". The word itself means "row of lighted clay lamps." It is a five day celebration marked with bright color, oil lamps, feast, and sparklers. Diwali occurs on the 15th day of the Hindu month of Kartika (during October/November in the Gregorean calendar). Homes, courtyards, and rooftops are commonly decorated with small oil lamps (called diyas). Rangoli, a form of colorful sand paintings, adorns doorsteps.

The festival marks the victory of good over evil, and uplifting of spiritual darkness. Symbolically it marks the home coming of goodwill and faith after an absence, as suggested by the Ramanaya.

On the day of Diwali, many wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks. Some nort indian business communities start their financial year on Diwali and new account books are opened on this day. In India, Diwali is now considered to be the national festival, and the aesthetic aspect of the festival is enjoyed by most indian regardless of faith.

To all those (muslim and non-muslim) who might be reading this, dont get me wrong!. I was just amazed by the asian culture and tradition. Learn to appreciate things because that is part of you wherever you may go.

Thank you talaga Tsutsubels for the information!

God bless you!