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View from Ortakoy

Istanbul

November 22nd 2006
We had no intention of heading to Istanbul. It so happened that we flew with Turkish Airlines and were given the opportunity to extend the layover at the capital. What a blessing. This city is an immense, proud and fascinating place. On arrival we were blown away by the vastness of the city. Very intimate and walkable, it is the sheer expansion that is impressive. The description of it being ... read more
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Turkish Flag Modern Turkey was founded in 1923 from the Anatolian remnants of the defeated Ottoman Empire by national hero Mustafa KEMAL, who was later honored with the title Ataturk, or "Father of the Turks." Under his authoritarian leadership, the country adopt... ... read more
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Nels Abrams
Nels Abrams
Nels Abrams
After one year and 16 countries, I am back home. We are living in my hometown of Spokane, Washington. It is great to be back. In a desperate attempt to keep the adventure alive, we have decided to train for an ironman triathlon. After so many bus rides and hotels, we were both feeling pretty unhealthy towards the end of the trip. My hope was that the training would make me feel vibrant and athletic. So far, I mainly just feel sore. Our other big news is that we are moving to New Orleans in September. I will be working there as a p.e teacher for a public charter school and Lauren is goi... full info
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