Arrival

I was picked up at the airport by my recruiter, Gail's, husband and his friend, both of whom are italian and when I told them Italy is the place I want to go to the most they suggested I go there next summer instead of going home, I don't think that would go over too well with my family, I told them.  I spoke to Gail and she informed me that Saturday was a free day for me and that I would be picked up on Sunday at 7 a.m. to go to school. I arrived at my apartment in a quick ten minutes.  From what I saw in the dark I felt like I was in a new city but not necessarily on the other side of the world.  My apartment or flat as they call it here, is beautiful. Hardwood floors, lots of dark wood, I have my own bathroom, with a tub, large flat screen tv in the living room.  I'll post some pictures soon.  I have one flat mate, Georgina, 23 from the UK, she is also a new arrival but has been here for about a week.  She was in the other apts. the school uses and says these ones are much nicer.  We went up to the roof of the building and I met quite a few other teachers, most of whom are new to Doha.  They also come from all around the world: New Zealand, UK, Toronto, Australia to name a few.  Everyone was very kind and welcoming, I am sure there will be good friendships made.  By 12:30 a.m I was feeling quite tired and hungry so it was back to the flat, ate some toast and jam, unpacked, had a nice bath and set out to sleep in my new place.