My online home since July 30, 2007. Blogging in English and in Turkish. Teaching at Sabanci University in Istanbul, Turkey. Toni Morrison In Her Own Words. My books are always questions for me. What if? How does it feel to? Or what would it look like if you took racism out? Or what does it look like if you have the perfect town, everything you ever wanted? .

Immersive Tales for the Curious Traveler. The complexity of plant life. Off on a wild adventure. Seeing and Believing in Helsinki. Seeing and Believing in Helsinki. Ghosts of Potato Lyonnaise Past. Stories from an old cooking vessel. Ghosts of Potato Lyonnaise Past. Managing wonder in a wearying world. Death and the Virgin at Tepeyac. Death and the Virgin at Tepeyac.

Asian-inspired Peanut Butter and Hoisin Ribs. Hello again from sunny Singapore! This weekend I was inspired to do something a little more akin to what the name of this blog suggests.

For videos guiding you to their space, they are really helpful! Just as minimal as the space is the menu. Though the drinks selection comprising coffee, tea and some interesting choices is quite extensive, the food selection is kept simple. Featuring just 3 rice bowls and some sides, it is possible to get a taste of everything with some.

A final walk around the property. A future adventure beacons! Morning at the Hacienda. A few more days before I visit family and friends in Canada. Meanwhile, the morning sparkles to life. A bit of a stretch. I visited Africa in September 2004. The vistas, light and locals are a delight. Resting out of the sun. Hopefully, a comfortable resting position. A native cactus is enjoying the moisture. And a gifted orchid is glorious.