Cats, Dogs and More Cats…
May 4th, 2008
Cats and dogs roam freely here. They are everywhere and don’t belong to anyone. They seem to be friendly (not scary like the roaming dogs in Southwest Detroit), but maybe too friendly as the cats will come right up to us as we are sitting at outdoor cafes. Nusret told me that Cunda, the island she lives on just off of Ayvalik, is famous for all of the cats that live there. She says that the legend is that people who didn’t want their pet cats anymore used to take them by boat and drop them on the island and leave them. We have even watched some “cat porn” as a male cat was obviously trying to mount a female and also protect his territory (and prospective mate).
Today, in Pumakkale, we saw a cat window shopping at a jewery store - I think that Scott got a picture of it. But overall, it was a dog day more than a cat day today.
May 4th, 2008 at 6:50 pm
Okay, until the cat thing, i was a little jealous I wasn’t on another GSE trip. Cats are my least favourite animal. Oh well. I hope you all like them.
At the District Conference this morning (Sun. May 4th), Judy Garver read the email that Mark sent in giving your regards from Turkey. Everyone sounded excited to hear all about your trip. I hope you’re all having a great time. I wish you could get more computer time. It would be awesome to hear more stories and see pictures.
Any way, I know your P/C time is short so I won’t keep you. Enjoy the rest of your experience………. amazing how fast the month is going, eh? !!!!!
Kim Pierce.
May 5th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Angie…it sounds like you are having an amazing time! The photo in your biography (you sitting on a mountain) is amazing…you look beautiful, happy and healthy! Your zest and energy for life is so obvious in that shot! Everyone misses you!
Mere
May 5th, 2008 at 3:17 pm
Hi Angie,
It sounds like a wonderful experience thus far. We are quite anxious to hear of your trip and see the fabulous pictures I am sure you are taking! Everyone here misses you and can’t wait for your return. Send an email update when you can…and don’t worry, your plants are being well cared for…. ~karen
May 5th, 2008 at 7:33 pm
Hey Angie,
We miss you tons here in Michigan. Last Friday, Matt Lauer from the Today show was in Turkey and the girls were convinced they were going to see Aunt Angie on T.V. We are glad you are having a great time and can’t wait to hear about all your adventures when you come back. Love you,
Mis
May 12th, 2008 at 10:14 am
Hey, Jaimi. I just wanted to check in and wish you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Hopefully there are some cool birthday traditions in Turkey. I hope you have a great one!