The Adjustment Phase
I am slowly emerging from my autopilot phase. I was in this space where too much was going on at once, and not enough information was provided. Knowing my personality--having to be in control, and just KNOWING-- I was well on my way to a serious meltdown (I did have two mini meltdowns) since there were so many things out of my control, and the things I could, I just couldn't get a handle on. How I coped: A weekend in Dubai! So I took the five (yes, five) hour trip to Dubai for a three day weekend. The city almost made me feel at home with the Metro transit system (except much cleaner and easier to navigate than NYC Transit Authority). The main reason for the trip was to go to Noire at the Fairmont Dubai for Dinner in the Dark. It was an AWE-some experience I'd recommend for everyone. It starts with drinks poolside on a terrace. Then they herd you all together by the bar and explain how the night will continue. Your party is led into this dark room, one hand on the othe...