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Three days in Istanbul, Turkey

by Marian Bartolome

In my previous post, I wrote an overview of my experience in Istanbul, a city that's so much more than what the headlines say. Here, I share our DIY tour of Turkey's historical, religious, and cultural center.

August 24, 2017
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Europe, Travel
July 19, 2017

Musical Review: Disney NEWSIES by Globe Live x 9 Works ...

June 9, 2017

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Musical Review: tick, tick…BOOM by 9 Works ...

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Most people make the Acropolis their first stop in Athens. I didn't go until my second-to-the-last day in the Greek capital, and I timed my visit at around an hour and a half before closing time. From the Acropolis Museum (highly recommended!), I hiked up to the Parthenon with my free Rick Steves' audioguide app for company. I took my sweet time up at the top, partly because I wanted to stare at the caryatids (not seen here) but also because I was tired walking around the city all day. This is the closest this Olympia has ever gotten to Mt Olympus. For now, at least. Luckily, I was able to commemorate the moment with a semi-clear shot with this ancient temple, which we had to draw back in college! 🏛 / Oceans - Hillsong United I made three commitments this year - a milestone in itself for someone who likes to play it safe and slow. The first was the hardest to make. It is also the hardest to see through. I've written about it here before, how after my Road to Damascus retreat and months of Friday prayer meetings, I finally said yes to deepening my relationship with God. That meant attending bimonthly bible reflection meetings (what we call sharedmeals), hearing Sunday mass regularly, and reading the Bible and praying daily, among others. I made a list of the "requirements" and tried my best to tick them off. But harder than those are the ones that aren't on the list. Saying no to things that most people say yes to. Talking AND listening to God not just when I need something from Him. And the hardest, surrendering to His will for me. Letting go and allowing someone else to take control TERRIFIES me. I guess that's why our recent talk series on Mama Mary resonates so much. The more we reflected on her fiat, the more my awe grew. Not only did she say yes to being the mother of Jesus, she did it nearly immediately and wholeheartedly. And she kept saying yes to God's plan for her even when she didn't understand. Even when it hurt. Last night, we celebrated our community's 19th anniversary with #Blessed, a concert featuring all-original songs centered on Mama Mary's life and fiat. As cliche as the title may sound, it was perfect. I was blessed - by the beautiful songs that captured Mary's story, by the talents and efforts of my sisters and brothers in community, by the people who came to celebrate with us. If there's anyone who exemplifies what comes from saying yes to God, it's Mary. Here's to praying that, like her, I learn to trust in God fully and to keep saying yes to Him. Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders / Let me walk upon the waters / Wherever You would call me 🌅 Another angle | mother and child | hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil AKA me procrastinating writing at 2:51am even though I have about 1500 words left to write before sleeping🙊

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Three days in Istanbul, Turkey

Published by Marian Bartolome

In my previous post, I wrote an overview of my experience in Istanbul, a city that's so much more than what the headlines say. Here, I share our DIY...

August 24, 2017
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Europe, Travel

A taste of Turkish delight

Published by Marian Bartolome

If there's a city that taught me not to believe other people's stories, it's Istanbul. From the famed Hagia Sofia to the bustling Grand Bazaar to the unexpectedly stunning...

July 28, 2017
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Europe, Travel

Turkey All Greeced Up and Then Some

Published by Marian Bartolome

Get a glimpse of the places I explored in Turkey, Hungary, Serbia, and Greece in my first ever travel video!

July 13, 2017
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Asia, Europe, Travel

How my backpacking trip became a journey of faith

Published by Marian Bartolome

Last year's trip was about learning to be independent. This time around, it was about learning to just let go and have faith.

June 13, 2017
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Europe, Travel

Snapshot Stories

“Excuse me, please.” (aka Four)

by Marian Bartolome

The tale of a postcard-perfect town and a four-time encounter with a memorable stranger. Sort of like "Before Sunrise"...but in reverse.

July 13, 2016
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Snapshot Stories, Stories
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I wander on strides of leg, swells of word, and flights of fancy—and always with coffee.

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