March 2012
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Travelers, it is late. Life’s sun is going to set. During these brief days...
– Rumi
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Turkish Bath (Hammam)
While in Turkey I had the pleasure of indulging in a Turkish bath (hammam) at my hotel in Kuşadası. If you find yourself in the country, find a half hour of free time to get up close and personal with the Turkish culture.
The skinny on hammams:
Hammams have been in existence since the 14th century and spread with the expansion of the Ottoman empire. Modern day Turks enjoy a trip to the hammam...
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It’s cherry blossom time in DC!
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Happy 261st birthday, Mr. President!
Happy James Madison Day, everyone! Today marks the third year of trivia to celebrate my favorite university’s namesake. (You can check out the first two years here and here.)
Let’s jump right in, shall we?
James Madison’s parents could have given the Duggars a run for their money. How many siblings did our fourth president have? 11. Five died in infancy or childhood.
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Voyage, travel, and change of place impart vigor.
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