Kaleiçi (Old City)

Can I just say how much I love walking around Kaleçi at night? I'm so glad I was able to drag Iowa (the collective name of the 3 Iowa boys) out last night to wander. It brings back memories of walking through the same streets with my team 4 years ago. I love the people trying to get you to come eat in their restaurant or buy their merchandise, and the old buildings and narrow streets you can get lost in. The quote of the evening was from a guy sitting outside his jewelry store who said to us as we walked by, "Hello, I would like to take your money. Tell me how can I do this?" That was one of the best things I've heard in a long time. Anyhow, I feel very blessed that there are people here that allow me to enjoy Kaleçi at night as I can't walk around on my own (or rather, it would be highly unwise to do so). I hope to take advantage of this as much as possible this week before Iowa leaves. These gentlemen also make me miss college very much, hanging out in dorms and ministry houses, listening to people jamming on the guitar, etc. I often wish I could go back, stupid papers and all.

And this is where I wish my camera was digital so I could post some pics.