Category Archives: the girl

the girl in syria, vii

Hi everyone–Same old story: this is way overdue, it’s obscenely long, I’m sorry, I hope you read it anyway. Synopsis: Syria = staggering, thrilling, phenomenal…legendary. ALEPPO (Halab): After a border crossing that included having tea with a Syrian officer as … Continue reading

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the girl in beirut, update

Hey — Just wanted to let you know that we landed safely in Istanbul.  Apparently, we left Lebanon just in time, as there was more fighting in Tripoli.  Thank goodness.  I’ll be sure to email you before we leave the … Continue reading

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the girl in beirut

The Beirut Hilton http://www.travelblog.org/Photos/643952.html Hey Mommer– Still having lots of fun, but kind of ready to come home.  Beirut has been like a ghost town…not too many people out on the streets b/c the situation is kinda tense right now.  Tons … Continue reading

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the girl, vi

We’re leaving for Beirut in a little while and will be there thru June 1st.  Things have been a little unstable there lately, so I’ll be sure to let you know where we’re staying and all of that as soon … Continue reading

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the girl in Syria, v

Just wanted to let you know that we’re in Byblos right now, and tomorrow we’re going to make our way down to Suur (Tyre).  Hope everything’s ok with you guys.  Having fun in Lebanon, getting to see lots of spectacular … Continue reading

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the girl in syria, iv

Ok everyone, I’m going to try to cram the rest of turkey in this email.  Apologies in advance for the horrid grammar and strange and/or insulting word choices.  I have a lot of catching up to do, and I’m kind … Continue reading

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