A trip to the Turkish Bath, among other things

I have got to start bringing my camera around with me! My parents have been in Adana for the last week, and its been great to have them around. Its a much different visit from the last time they were here. Their last visit was a very romantic view of our lives here, including a trip to Istanbul, Cappadocia, Adana, Antioch, Tarsus, castles, the Mediterannean Sea, all in about two weeks. This visit has been more of a real glimpse into our lives, trips to the grocery store, coming to the university and coming to my classes, walking around the neighborhoods and parks near our house, sitting at home holding a new baby. Its been really fun having them around, I just hope they aren't too disappointed by our very un-eventful lives!

Two days ago, though, my mom and I headed to the hamam (Turkish Bath) to relax and experience a well-preserved Turkish tradition. There are many more modern sauna-type Turkish Baths I could have brought her to, but I prefer the real experience, in the old part of town, near the blacksmith shops and salvar makers (traditional pants.) We had a wonderful time, with only a one extremely uncomfortable situation for my mom. She handled it very gracefully, though, just going along with the flow. I loved experiencing the hamam with her, and I think it should become a tradition. Hopefully mom will agree to go back there next time! :)

I'm back!

Finally, my roommates and I are hooked up to internet again! I haven't been able to blog for the past few months because of our lack of internet, but hopefully I'll be able to start up again. Look for some posts soon...