Wear gratitude like a cloak and it will feed every corner of your life. ~Rumi
Istanbul touches your senses: the aroma of the Spice Market, the exceptional colours in the tile of the Blue Mosque, the tug on your heart of the call to prayer that reminds you of the blessing of God. I wish I could paint as it seems film alone can not capture the bustle of the myriad of boats travelling on the Golden Horn or the silhouette of the minarets of Hagia Sophia against the sky. The Turkish delight shops are truly a delight. Unlike the soapy tasting imposter I have eaten in Canada, this candy is an absolute treat. Based on the number of samples your father is able to obtain in each shop it would probably be advantageous to weigh him before and after in order to levy a surcharge. Although I have to admit I am doing pretty well myself. We are leaving the old world elegance of the Ottoman Legacy tomorrow morning and heading for Troy. You always in our prayers....love Mom & Dad
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Karen
9/13/2014 06:53:29 am
Sounds as if you are already having a wonderful time. Keep enjoying yourselves while we freeze over home.
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Bernie Donkersgoed
9/13/2014 11:08:55 am
Beautiful picture. Very artistic. Love the shapes and colours. Keep on having a great time and making wonderful memories!!
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Diane
9/14/2014 01:53:38 am
Enjoyed hearing from you, Bernie. You can leave me a message just any old place you like and I am sure I'll find it!
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Rosie Kellington
9/15/2014 03:10:04 am
Nice to hear about the tastes, sights, sounds...on your latest adventure. Continue to enjoy all that these places have to offer!
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Diane Homewood
9/15/2014 05:49:42 am
Rose--Nice to hear from you...the sites are amazing..and tasting...love the food...and trust me I'm doing a good job of tasting ALL of it!
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Chandra
9/17/2014 05:18:31 pm
You'll bring some Turkish delight back right?
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Diane Homewood
9/18/2014 12:36:06 am
Of course. You will love it! With pistachio? That's the best!
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3/13/2017 12:33:30 pm
Istanbul is indeed one amazing place to be. I have booked a Boutique Hotels for me to enjoy the aroma their. I am much more flattered to see some amazing and impressive information here at your site.Thanks for the knowledge.
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D
8/2/2017 12:05:19 pm
Wonderful. How is your summer?
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EA
2/27/2018 01:31:24 pm
How was swimming with the sea lion's did you get to pet them and the torrtoses are huge cinpare to the baby torrtoses I hope we see the red footed bobby bird or the blue footed bobby bird
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Diane
2/27/2018 03:41:28 pm
You are so close to the sea lions that you could touch them But it is not allowed. Check today...I posted blue and red footed boobies...hope you find your answer because you posted in Turkey😄
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