Thinking about coming for a visit? Or simply curious about what our Moroccan house looks like? This post is for you. Before we left for Morocco, I spent a ridiculous amount of time googling what typical Moroccan houses looked like. And, as true for everything in Morocco, there really isn't a typical. Languages vary, daily schedules vary, food varies, people vary, and houses vary.
But here is a little peek into ours. This building below contains our apartment and 3 or 4 others.
First, the salon. We have been very lucky to become friends with a British woman in our city. She has lived here for 12 years, but she is about to depart on a 1-year sabbatical. With grateful hearts, we agreed to "watch" some of her stuff for her while she is away (otherwise, it would be in storage). So, for now, our little place feels pretty full. But, in a year, we probably won't be posting any more home tours on our blog. The salon is where we sit to eat our meals (when it's not Ramadan!), and these couch-like things also serve as guests beds when we have company. The windows open up to our little courtyard.
Here is the courtyard and our clothes-drying rack. We have a small plastic table and a few chairs that we can bring out there to enjoy our breakfast. But, we try and keep them out of the sun as not one but TWO plastic chairs have collapsed under us--- likely weakened by sun damage. It's hot here, y'all.
Next up is the kitchen. With the help of our Moroccan friends, we've purchased the things we need most: a refrigerator, a stove-top, a couscoussier, a tagine, and more. With the help of our American friends and family, we've been able to stock it with some much-needed jars of peanut butter.
And here is our bedroom:
And next, here is our desk area, where we diligently try to study languages every now and then. As you can see from our study thermometer (which I happily spent lots of time coloring), it's not going as well as I'd like. It's hard.
Last, here is a peek into our restroom. Should you come to visit us, you must know that what you see below is what you get.
And there is a shower in this room, too. The toilet is the drain, so don't drop the soap.
I've saved the best for last. Roof-top view of our beautiful city. Perfect for sunsets and star-gazing.
But here is a little peek into ours. This building below contains our apartment and 3 or 4 others.
First, the salon. We have been very lucky to become friends with a British woman in our city. She has lived here for 12 years, but she is about to depart on a 1-year sabbatical. With grateful hearts, we agreed to "watch" some of her stuff for her while she is away (otherwise, it would be in storage). So, for now, our little place feels pretty full. But, in a year, we probably won't be posting any more home tours on our blog. The salon is where we sit to eat our meals (when it's not Ramadan!), and these couch-like things also serve as guests beds when we have company. The windows open up to our little courtyard.
Here is the courtyard and our clothes-drying rack. We have a small plastic table and a few chairs that we can bring out there to enjoy our breakfast. But, we try and keep them out of the sun as not one but TWO plastic chairs have collapsed under us--- likely weakened by sun damage. It's hot here, y'all.
Next up is the kitchen. With the help of our Moroccan friends, we've purchased the things we need most: a refrigerator, a stove-top, a couscoussier, a tagine, and more. With the help of our American friends and family, we've been able to stock it with some much-needed jars of peanut butter.
And here is our bedroom:
Last, here is a peek into our restroom. Should you come to visit us, you must know that what you see below is what you get.
And there is a shower in this room, too. The toilet is the drain, so don't drop the soap.
I've saved the best for last. Roof-top view of our beautiful city. Perfect for sunsets and star-gazing.
Looks very cozy and livable (bathroom aside!) You two appear to be settling in nicely. Good luck with the language learning. Sometimes it comes in big waves of "Oh, now I get it" so don't give up on yourselves!
ReplyDeleteYou've got a nice house, Britt. That fabulous view is a plus! I can imagine how hard it is to deal with the changes in your new place, but I do hope you've managed to enjoy them. How are you now? I hope you're having a great time in Morocco. :)
ReplyDeleteKaty Desroches @ Dominical-Real-Estate.com
Living in a new country is one of the biggest challenges that anyone might face. You're lucky to find a very beautiful home in a foreign land, Britt! I might be a few months late, but I would like to extend my deepest congratulations on your new place. Hope you're enjoying your new environment! :)
ReplyDeleteLeonard George @ Remax-Crest-Vancouver-BC