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Kalkan Turkey

TURKEY: Your guide to KALKAN

August 24, 2021August 24, 20212020, COVID-19, TRAVELS, TURKEY Catie

In the summer, Kalkan takes on a vibrant, coastal town vibe drawing in all sorts of tourists. With beaches, ruins, and lovely restaurants, we too were drawn to spend 3 week here one summer. Here is your guide to Kalkan.

TURKEY: 5 Places to Visit in Turkey

February 16, 2021March 16, 20222021, TURKEY Catie

If you have been following us on our adventures, you know I just finished up the 8 part video series and blog posts about our Black Sea Road Trip. You can always go back and check that out!  You have been asking for some more Turkey content and here it is!  For the month of […]

TURKEY: Top 8 sites in Trabzon, Turkey

February 10, 2021February 16, 20212020, BLACK SEA ROAD TRIP, COVID-19, TRAVELS, TURKEY Catie

Little Recap: Jason and I have talked about doing a Black Sea Road trip throughout the North East area of Turkey ever since we moved to Turkey, but it has never happened in the last 4 years of living here. On HIS birthday, Jason surprised me by setting aside some dates, finding tickets, renting a […]

TURKEY: Top 5 sites in Ankara, Turkey

February 1, 2021February 2, 20212020, BLACK SEA ROAD TRIP, COVID-19, TRAVELS, TURKEY Catie

Little Recap: Jason and I have talked about doing a Black Sea Road trip throughout the North East area of Turkey ever since we moved to Turkey, but it has never happened in the last 4 years of living here. On HIS birthday, Jason surprised me by setting aside some dates, finding tickets, renting a […]

TURKEY: Top 5 sites in Rize Province, Turkey

January 26, 2021February 2, 20212020, BLACK SEA ROAD TRIP, COVID-19, TRAVELS, TURKEY Catie

Rize is the capital city of the larger province of Rize and hometown of Turkey’s President. Come read about our top 5 sites to see in the Rize province!

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Today was youth and sport day and Sofia didn’t have school. So naturally, we spend our day at the beach. Jason switched his work day to Saturday this week-thanks @jasoninturkey ! Sofia has 2 ice creams and I took literally these 3 photos. After 3 weeks at home it was amazing to get out and be with friends by the sea.
Mutlu Bayramlar herkese! And happy 2.5 years to Sofia! Ramazan is coming to a close here with this weekend bayram or celebration! Unfortunately we are still on lockdown through Monday. It’s also why I have been MIA. But we are almost done!!! The weather is warming up, the sun is out, and family comes in 2 weeks! We are ready for a bit of freedom!!!
Happy Mother’s Day! For the child that didn’t come from my body, but was born in my heart years before you became ours. Thank you for making me a mama. Thank you to the women who trusted us with you to raise. Thank you to my momma for teaching and loving me! And thank you to all the women in our lives with and without kids who are also mothering mentors to us. What many joyful and hard moments and thoughts I have stored away that I will always treasure.
SHARING A COUPLE OF HONEST THINGS HERE:
Every bit of Turkey and its food revolves around seasons and events. Ramazan is no different! Here in Turkey, there is a special bread made only during the Ramazan, the 30 days of fasting. It is a must have when attending Iftar with locals or even if you aren't fasting, it's worth a try.
Last day out was a success. Sofia’s school played outside all morning! And after we rested, she went out again. Jason surprised her with a balloon and we got a scoop of ice cream. Hopefully tomorrow she won’t asked to do all of these things again 🤪😆. Now we start the countdown: 18 (edited from 17) days till freedom. (Sorry your eyes are closed @jasoninturkey )
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