Greeting the Dawn

Adam mentioned on his blog that he loved Domino's pan pizza and we decided to try it.  He was right, it is REALLY good.


I saved this article for you, it is someone's favourite travel memory in a photo.  Would you add 'greeting the dawn' in a hot air balloon over Goreme National Park in Turkey to your bucket list?  I loved reading about the idea anyway!

Black Rose

I took this photo for you on a walk last weekend. This is the fleeting beauty of early fall before the cold sets in!

Have you ever heard about the black roses from the village of Halfeti  inTurkey?  This video is worth watching if you are curious to see and learn about it.  They are only black in the summer and only grow in this region where the soil (due to the PH level in the river Euphrates) is compatible for it.  It is not really black, but a deep crimson.  Here is an article if you don't like videos.

Some Food Pics

Here are some food pictures you might enjoy from our recent trip:


Istanbul Spice Market



Istanbul street food (roasted corn and roasted chestnuts)




Istanbul - cheese pide




Athens - Greek Salad



Athens - pork souvlaki platter




Athens - delicious Greek yogurt with nuts, seeds, raisins and honey




Athens - Olives growing on an olive tree