Medressi hall - Sivas

Ah, the meaning of life...
Oh yes, I know that feeling of "What am I doing here." It's probably universal for long-time travelers, even in the midst of gorgeous cities like these. While I shared dinners with Kurdish-speaking carpet weavers in Cappadocia for the week I was there, it's true that in Turkey, I rarely met English speakers until Olympos in the south. But, as you say, where we are doesn't matter--the meaning is in watching the mind, which we can do anywhere. So, how fine to do it in an exotic, beautiful setting and to share your experiences here for future Turkey and armchair travelers. Best wishes meeting an English speaker.

A mammoth invitation?
So, are you staying with Jo of Wooly Mammoth fame? If so, I hope you do make it down to touristy, but oh, so worth it, Olympos, its beach, tree houses and ruins.