Today, July 17th, we were to visit the island of Lemnos in Greece. However, Mother Nature had a different plan for us.

Rough seas and heavy winds prevented the ship from docking – so we are cruising through the Straits of Dardanelles on our way to Istanbul. We are staying on Taskim Square hoping for a front row seat at the riots.

Bill wanted me to tell you he gained 10 pounds in 12 days – 2 breakfasts, lunch, high tea, dinner, unlimited deserts and free wine victimized him. Nothing that a 500 mile hike can’t take care of… he hopes.

I won’t talk about such matters but will say I am having a severe case of feta withdrawals!