Monthly Archives: February 2013

“You must be a good mother…”

Posted on February 28, 2013 by sheilawill

What else could I say to a Turkish hamam matron scrubbing me with bubble bath? But I’m getting ahead of myself. My Tucsonan/Istanbul friend Gail suggested it: “Would you like to go to the Cemberlitas Hamami the night before you … Continue reading →

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Capt. Bunker speaks the truth

Posted on February 19, 2013 by sheilawill

You never know where you may learn something. Something important. History. Statistics. Some new food you want to try. U.S. Coast Guard facts. A Tucson morning walk is the perfect time to gather information by phone. No wasted steps. This … Continue reading →

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In Tel Aviv eating Turkish delight

Posted on February 3, 2013 by sheilawill

Really, it’s all about the food. I’ve probably gained 10 pounds on my trip to Israel and Istanbul to prove it. Bags of tiny nougat squares of Turkish delight filled with pistachios, walnuts, pomegranate seeds, you name it. Forget about … Continue reading →

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