Lost Somewhere
Commentary and observations from a curious Californian, living in Istanbul. Everything from street food and classical mythology to the nitty-gritty of daily life in a place far from home.
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- Watched 2 provoking, disturbing films recently, thanks to Rayzan: "Funny Games" and "The Book of Revelation." Curious to read/hear opinions 2010-10-12
- Vale mentioned my blog in the RE/Search newsletter! Thanks & tons of love to Vale & Marian from Istanbul!! 2010-10-07
- Now reading "For the Relief of Unbearable Urges." Poignant short stories with "Old World" wit. 2010-10-07
- Finished Bob Dylan's "Chronicles." An interesting look into a mood & a time. 2010-10-03
- testing to see if my twitter is now synced with my blog -- what a headache. 2010-10-01
- More updates...
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The Goods
- Alan Lomax Collection Beautiful & raw 20th century recordings from the USA & world over.
- Couchsurfing Online community of travelers and real friendly people. Great for a couch, friend or expansion of imagination.
- Electronic Frontier Foundation Defending free speech, creators & users online since 1990.
- Harper's Weekly Review A delicious mix of commentary, wisdom and absurdity. A continual “must” each week, no matter where I am.
- Project Gutenberg Resource for classical materials, important works and good ideas.
- RE/Search Publications Fantastic underground publishers & friends in San Francisco. Support them!
- Santa Cruz Radio Stream online my sister’s radio show. Every Tuesday, 2-4 pm.
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