Athen, Greece

Not only did we visit Italy and Turkey, but also Greece. First stop was of course Athens. The first picture show us at the top of the Acropolis. I show this to show you how far up we had to climb to reach the top. It was a hike. The second shows you the The western side of the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens. It is undergoing restoration so there were acutal workers working there which of course limited access. Anyway, it was pretty awesome having seen it so many times in pictures and then actually standing there looking at it. It was also very cool because we went up in the early morning and there were not many people around by the time we made it up. As we were leaving, was passed huge crowds coming up. Anway, it was great! Enjoy!

Not only did we go to Italy, but we also went to Istanbul! I had to keep saying to myself that I was IN INSTANBUL TURKEY on the continent of ASIA! I just could not believe that I had made it all the way there. It was so interesting. The call to prayer that went out all over the city from the many mosques made the hair on my arms stand up. Very eerie and beautiful at the same time!

The first picture is of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. Very beautiful and also interesting. Again, I could not believe that an island girl at heart was standing in the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey.

It has been a difficult time adjusting to be back from our travels. I have lost interest in work at the moment. Not a good thing. I need to keep working so we can keep traveling!

Have a great night. More pictures to follow!

Hearts,

L

Positano, Italy

We are back from Italy! All I can say is that it was fantastic! Pictures and words can not describe how wonderful the whole experience was. Pictures is just one of so many beautiful places we visited. This is Positano, Italy. It is literally built into the side of the hills. Walking is up steep inclines. No wonder there are no fat people in Italy! Anyway, after I go through pictures, I will post them here for you all to see.

Chow!