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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Last days of Summer...

We have a saying around here that goes ' half of August is summer, the other half is winter' . Although I tried to deny it for the last week, the sun doesnt burn any more as it used to be, evenings are much cooler and last but not the least the empty beach tells it all. Yes, I have to accept it. The summer is almost over..











Our neighbours started to close their homes, the sounds of the happy children running in the gardens started to fade away. We are also planning to leave as of September 1st., and welcome the new season in İstanbul. A city which I have a deep love and hate relation which you will read alot in the coming months.











However, as if trying to keep us here more, the Mediterranean behaves at its best. Its calm, quiet, shows us its beautiful colors in a variety of ways.. According to my previous experiences September is definitely the best month here, when the vacationer crowds leave and left the peninsula and it's beaches to it's true lovers. Unfortunately due to some previous engagements we have to go as well..


So to make the long story short, I have to start packing. So here is my to go list from the wonderful summer of 2009. Some are on my bags , some are on my mind.. I hope they will last until next summer...




  • sun tan

  • hundreds of photograps from trips around

Green Tangerines


lots and lots of almond. Especially some with barks on for winter home decoration


pebbles,sea glasses and shells from the sea


laughter under the sun


many shared moments with friends and family


litres of organic olive oil that will last for the winter.


Meditative moments under the sun


Diving into the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean


Long walks on the beach with the loved one..


Sun dried tomatoes, mint,rosemary


Drinking wine while watching the full moon on the roof


2 beautiful paintings from the local artists


Wonderful photographs are belong to Rengim Mutevellioglu's vacation series. She is a young and extremly talented girl I found in flickr. For sometime I am a silent follower of her photos. Last winter I remember spending many happy hours checking her photos. She has also lovely photos of Datca.

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  1. ProsperoAugust 26, 2009 at 5:22 AM

    I'm sorry that your summer vacation must come to an end. I look forward to your impressions of İstanbul in the coming months.

    Here, summer is not over. September is often one of the warmest months.

    I will check out that photographer, thanks.

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  2. DinaAugust 26, 2009 at 5:22 AM

    Thanks for taking us with you in all these life-giving activities of the summer.

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  3. anitaAugust 26, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    i'm ready for the new adventures in instanbul...b/c getting to know datca thru your life has been wonderful!

    nice summer memories
    "sweet memories are the paradise of the mind"

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  4. KimberlyAugust 26, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    I am almost sad to leave with you, but can't wait for my Istanbul adventure to begin!
    Thank you for your sweet comments on my grandmother. I will certainly give her a kiss from you!
    Enjoy your last couple weeks of summer. It is still in the 100's her, but the mornings have that wonderful feel of change.
    xxx kim

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  5. Bonnie Zieman, M.Ed.August 26, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    So nice to enjoy some of the scenes of summer there with you. I, too, look forward to hearing and seeing Istanbul. Hope your move back to the city proceeds smoothly. But, how to say goodbye to the turquoise water??

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  6. Maya @ Completely CoastalAugust 26, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    The photo pics are just lovely..., and the nights are getting cooler here too. I still hope the summer stays on for a few more weeks!

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  7. anaAugust 26, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    Your thoughts about summer made me a little sad... Here the sun is still on top till November... but the children are back to school this week so it's not the same... I love your list of your summer 2009! Have a great day!!

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  8. MagdalenaAugust 26, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    Wow!! What an amazing Summer you have had. I am so looking forward to your adventures in Istanbul. We just returned from The Finger Lakes and it was wonderful, I am so sad to see Summer end.
    Bunny

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  9. Midlife RoadtripperAugust 26, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    What a beautiful summer you have shared here. I thank you.

    I like the idea of watching the full moon while drinking wine on the roof. I love to sit on the roof. I look forward to the stories from Istanbul.

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  10. AmyAugust 26, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    Summer vacations are hard to let go of. Thanks to your wonderful photos and posts, I feel like I will miss the Mediterrean too. I'm looking forward to reading about Istanbul though.

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  11. BhushavaliAugust 26, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    Great pics...
    Actually, situation is quite different in this part of the world... With temparatures soaring to even 40 degree celicius in summer, we never miss Summer, we miss Winter and Rains... I'm awaiting a great winter and good rains ahead... :)
    My Travelogue

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  12. beachvintage.comAugust 26, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    Fabulous photo's. I too would love a long walk on the beach right now.

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  13. AnonymousAugust 27, 2009 at 5:53 AM

    You really had an outstanding summer. What great memories you'll have.

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  14. Julie@beingRUBYAugust 27, 2009 at 6:36 AM

    Some lovely photos
    WEll spring is starting here next week. So 'thankfully' I have the summer to look forward to.. just not the vacation or beach house. But i do have 1 week off work next week..wooo hooo!! x Julie

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  15. UnknownAugust 27, 2009 at 7:23 AM

    For those who have the 4 seasons, try to hold on to the summer :) it's blessed summer all year round here.

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  16. Bonnie Zieman, M.Ed.August 27, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    Hi, me again. Just want to let you know that I have left you an award on my blog. Feel free to ignore it if it is not your "thing" - I will not be offended.

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  17. WendyAugust 27, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    Wonderful summer sentiments. I love winter much better, but you've certainly made me wish I had your kind of summer with your great writing!

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  18. Drawn to The SeaAugust 28, 2009 at 12:26 AM

    I'm so glad we are warm here most of the year. I hate saying good bye to summer. Make the most of every minute of it!

    ~Julia

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  19. SarahAugust 28, 2009 at 12:36 AM

    The smell of autumn is every where, as I can feel it here in Mashhad!

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