We make our second visit to our local marché. Not quite so overwhelming on a weekday, thank goodness; last time …
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Paris: Je pratique mon français
We haven't yet gotten out much in Paris -- it's always like this when we first arrive in a new …
A normal day, transplanted to Paris
I muse on what makes Paris feel comfortable to me. Also: Vietnamese food. (And yes, good Asian food is one …
Going from Istanbul to Paris
My first thoughts on Paris: no wonder everyone goes all dreamy-eyed and goopy-voiced when they talk about it!
Famous Istanbul: The Blue Mosque and the Aya Sofya
We visit a famous and super-crowded mosque and the incredible Aya Sofya, and I make a feline friend.
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In which I visit a Turkish bath
I prefer Korean spas or the Icelandic hot pots. But I still enjoyed the hamam.
Interlude: Getting tired on the road
What does it feel like to burn out on traveling? Well, not too surprisingly, it feels like burning out on …