On Day 56 of the Kurdish Hunger Strikes
Today is day 56 of the Kurdish hunger strikes in Turkey. There are thousands of Kurdish political prisoners in Turkish prisons, along with the much-loved leader of the PKK (Kurdistan […]
Today is day 56 of the Kurdish hunger strikes in Turkey. There are thousands of Kurdish political prisoners in Turkish prisons, along with the much-loved leader of the PKK (Kurdistan […]
The assignment: write, and draw a picture of what you did for the Eid holiday/fall break. After ten minutes of so of remarkably concentrated work from the class (doesn’t usually […]
For all that I miss bacon and all things pig, at least I can have candy-stripe figs, fresh yoghurt, and assorted fruits for breakfast.
Bacon, oh bacon, how I miss thee. In fact, I miss all things pig – bacon, pancetta, prosciutto, jamón iberico, chorizo, all types of salami, pork belly, ribs, sausages, honey-glazed […]
We’ll forever be sun worshippers.
Hello lovelies! I feel like it’s been ages since I’ve written anything. We’ve had a week break from school this past week for Eid, and I’ve taken full advantage of […]
Eid Mubarak everyone! Or as the Kurdish say, Jazhntan Piroz Bet! Roughly translated to, many blessings to you. I was told it means congratulations, but I think my interlocutors were […]
Thank God it’s Friday…wait, I mean Thursday. The work week here in Kurdistan (and many other primarily Muslim societies) is from Sunday to Thursday, and the weekend is Friday and […]
Me, the most popular kid at school? Ha! I wish this were more true when I was actually in school. (But not really). Now though, I’m definitely like the most […]
More pictures of Ranya (Rania, Raniya, Ranye – take your pick). Words to come, when I’m not drugged up because of a head cold and cough. I’m liking the change […]