Situated near Hagia Sophia in Istanbul is another grand structure called the Blue Mosque. Built in 1609, Sultan Ahmet I wanted to construct a mosque that was more beautiful than Hagia Sophia. While I am partial to Hagia Sophia, it is a pretty spectacular sight. It is also the first operating mosque that I have […]
Montage Monday: A Little Love for Hawaii
I spent the summer of 2006 studying in Hawaii. And it was blissful. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Since I started this blog well after that summer, I’d like to go back and share some of the amazing places I explored on Oahu, Kauai, and the Big Island.
Hagia Sophia in Sepia
Maybe you read yesterday just how much I love Hagia Sophia. If not, then yes, feel free to go check it out. Because I loved it so much, I thought I would post some more of my favorite photos of it in sepia.
Hagia Sophia: Istanbul’s Architectural Masterpiece
Initially a church, then a mosque, Hagia Sophia is now a museum in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia means ‘divine power’, and it’s truly one of the most stunning architectural creations I have ever stepped foot in.
Bobblehead Romance (and an intro to my Valentine)
Valentine’s Day is truly a Hallmark holiday. I have a conspiracy theory that it was secretly created by flower associations, chocolate factories, and greeting card vendors so they could receive a huge spike in sales. And, hey, I don’t blame them. As a consumer, while I don’t really have an interest in the holiday, who […]
Muzungu in Kenya: My Trip Comes to a Close
My final week in Kenya was extremely stressful. I wrote quite a bit about it but have decided to move on to happier trails. However, I will leave you with the following excerpt as just one of the days that I experienced: I’m sitting on a stool in my dimly lit hotel room with my […]