The final week or so in Khartoum passed very slowly, finishing training Thurs 16 Oct. The two weeks trg period or "Induction to UNMIS" was painful really. What was presented was not very relevant, however it was a good two weeks to get acclimatized and to speak with other UNMOs heading to different sectors.
The weekend and first two days was spent packing, repacking, purchasing last minute items and a bit of time at the pool (both the Cdn Embassy and the Greek Club, which is right next to the Emb). Life in Khartoum does get a repetative feel to it.
One unexpected plus, was i went horse riding at the Khartoum Polo Field and Race Track! I was introduced to a Pakistani LCol who is a Polo instructor and was riding often afte work. A quick call led to an invitation to join him. I expected the race track and fields to be a shambles, which proved to be correct, however I was greatly surprised to see that the horses were in very good shape indeed. Well fed, well groomed, responsive and excellent rides. For a minute there I was thinking maybe I could stay in Khartoum......
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