An alternative look at the world. A Lesson in Gratitude From Khalil. I learned what it felt like to be on the receiving end of unkind and unjust behaviour. A Lesson in Gratitude From Khalil. Our Children, and the Danger of Strangers.

The final two days of our great time spent in Europe was taken exploring the largest city we have ever visited, Madrid. I would have guessed that Rome or Paris was larger but Madrid has over a million more residents than both. Sandy and I were very fortunate to have friends who live in Madrid, so Juan and his lovely wife met us right at the train station. They took us to our hotel and then out to relax at a nearby tapas bar. This is the kings palace at night.