Tag Archives: cross-cultural

On managing stereotypes about Middle Eastern men, such as my husband!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by lizcameron

You may recall, dear readers, that I wrote a little something about the receipt of my very own Sicilian message of sorts.  I am referring to the story of when my husband’s brother, let me know in no uncertain terms … Continue reading →

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Hacivad and Khadijah channel Orhan Veli Kanik…on navigating deep-seated difference

Posted on September 15, 2011 by lizcameron

The American half: It is a deep-blue afternoon, the air still in the late summer heat that is not oppressive. Finding the spot on the porch with the second-most hot sunlight, My copper-colored dog has taken the most sunny spot. … Continue reading →

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A consideration of Turkish junk food…is that an oxymoron?

Posted on September 14, 2011 by lizcameron

My recent foray into the world of leblebi (roasted chick peas, Ataturk’s favorite), salted pumpkin seeds, potato chips and rose hips for road trips  got me to thinking about junk food in general here – what do Turks consider junk … Continue reading →

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