I Didn’t Go to Egypt to See the Pyramids

I don't remember when fear and I stopped talking. But it was around this time I realized that I didn't miss our conversations.

With the exception of a few close friends, most people I told about an impending trip to Egypt were shocked. They were even more surprised to learn that I wanted to stay, for an extended amount of time. But when they asked why, I had no answer. I could only explain…