Adventures in Ankara

• When Ayranci Came to Manayunk 3 years ago Yeah, I like that title too. It seems like I start all of my posts these days with, “I haven’t written in a long time.” From now on, and until otherwise notified, let’s take it as a gimme that I won’t write unless I’m moved – when I really have something to say. So, we... Continue...
• My biggest fan, my brother, my friend 4 years ago Greetings old friends. I haven’t taken the time to keep up with you, to ask how you are doing, or to share my view of the world with you. In fact, earlier this week I mulled over whether I should shut down my blog since I have not kept it up-to-date. But yesterday, I learned... Continue Reading...
• Doing the Math & My Love of All Things Paşabahçe 5 years ago When I first moved to Turkey in 2010, I quickly realized that I was constantly converting figures whether it be measurements, temperatures or money.  Some equations were easy.  Temperatures, of course, were more difficult, after all, those involved a whole formula!  For me, the money conversions...
• The Return of "Far from the Sticks" 5 years ago We all have things we used to do and plan to do again someday. For me, blogging is one of them. I used to post 3 to 4 times a week. Then I left Turkey. I had hoped that with the help of friends, I could keep my readers informed of the comings and goings... Continue Reading →
• Kiteboarding Turkey 5 years ago I’m not a water sports person, so I have no idea when kiteboarding, also known as kite surfing, became popular. I would love to share with you, however, my firsthand experience having watched it live in Turkey. At the end of summer 2018, we took a trip to Burhaniye (Ayvalik) on the western coast....

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