Category Archives: Visits from the Karagöz puppets

Of Elma and Indian corn: Karagöz puppets as marriage counselors


Written a few weeks ago before Frankenstorm waited in the wings and before this rotator cuff injury ate my writing hand (my right hand is miffed at this comment): Today, the Karagöz puppets awoke with resolve. “We are,” they cried … Continue reading

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The Karagöz puppets look for beauty in decay


With only my right arm up & running (aka hunt & pecking), it’s photo essay time! Glory in decay has been a subject of interest for the puppets in their travels through Türkiye and the US. Seey Pinterest board on … Continue reading

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Autumnal nature mort: Esma and the puppets return to New England


Once home from Tulum, Mexico, our very own Esma, the resident hippie puppet was feeling at a bit of loose ends. Now, as a hippie, she wears her mantle with pride. And she, you see, is the photo-happy one in … Continue reading

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