An Englishman in Dubai

I have had another busy and productive week in South Africa. I like coming to Johannesburg at this time of year as the winter weather here makes a pleasant diversion from the stifling summer weather which has arrived early in Dubai this year.

What I like about Johannesburg weather at this time of year is that the mornings are crisp and clear with a gradual warm up in the day inviting afternoon al fresco dining.

This morning when I woke up and looked out of the window of the hotel I am currently staying at, I was treated to a rather dramatic scene:

Seeing such beautiful weather I can not help but think of the victims of the weather that is the polar opposite, such as the cyclone that recently hit Oman and is causing so much destruction in Karachi – my thoughts are with the victims and their families.