Author Archives: lizcameron

Modern interpretations of the Karagöz Oyunları

Posted on September 14, 2012 by lizcameron

Source: google.com via Liz on Pinterest While the Karagöz puppets in my head are very much here in modern times, they did originate in the 1300s, in the Ottoman court.  My puppets, however, really live between two worlds – through … Continue reading →

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Kenne recommends the nar (pomegranate) cure for our middle-aged tummies

Posted on September 13, 2012 by lizcameron

Source: crystalized-bliss.tumblr.com via Liz on Pinterest I awoke today to Kenne’s cluck-clucking “tisk-tisk.”  There she was, on the bedpost, observing us in our sleep.  If you don’t know who Kenne is, she will be shocked, as she is the self-imposed … Continue reading →

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Meet the motley crew of Ottoman Turkish puppets

Posted on September 11, 2012 by lizcameron

For those of you just tuning in – or dipping in – to this blog, you might be interested to learn about the little puppets that have moved into my head as I navigate a cross-cultural marriage, but let me … Continue reading →

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