The Passing of Sultan Qaboos Bin Said.

I am saddened today by the news that the ruler of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, passed away this past Friday. The work I did in the Sultanate of Oman years ago helped shape me into what I am today. My personal meeting with Sultan Qaboos during this time, was a once in a life time event. When I was leaving and we were shaking hands, he took both of his hands and put them on mine, looked directly into my eyes and thanked me for what my team and I were doing for his people and country. I will never forget those eyes and the sincerity he expressed for what we were doing in helping develop the environmental standards for the country. RIP my dear friend. You were truly "the Sultan of loyalty, love, and wisdom". I am, and have been blessed. Good morning world.