Ramblings of a Romantic

[redrhino12]

As I sit here in Derbyshire on a cold, wet Saturday morning feeling a sense of excitement and trepidation as I look foreword to my holiday on May 29th.
I wonder what is the attraction in Icmeler for me?
Is it the early morning walks along the promenade were the smell of jasmine is still in the air, the sea is like a mill pond hardly any movement except for the gentle lapping of the waves on the shore, the sea still resting before she receives her daily guests to enjoy her watersports.
Or is it the early morning walk up into the old village were the distinctive smell of hot earth wafts the air,changing to the smell of newly baked bread as I pass the bakers shop near the mosque.
Walking round this tranquil scene horses,goats,hens and geese busy themselves feeding,and in the background can be heard the incessant rhythmic sound of the crickets.
May be dinner time spent under the wellcoming shade of the trees at the Erdem cafe on the promenade were a few beers and a tuna sandwich is taken while watching the world pass by.
Could it be when Icmeler dresses up for the evening,with her flashing lights and inviting bars,when she opens up her heart for us all to enjoy.
One ingredient not to be missed from my thoughts is the friendlyness and hospitality of the Turkish and Kurdish people who during our visits make us so wellcome.
I know it doesnt do for us all to like the same things and my memories will be different from yours,everyone has moments they remember which make repeat visits compulsive.

Gene

[Colette]

oooh Gene I could imagine myself there then when reading that, a lovely account.

Now im off to my caravan where it is rainy, but will be thinking of your account there

[neighbour]

Gene, I have just returned from Icmeler and read your post, it sent shivers down my spine, what a fantastic description of the real Icmeler, how it was how it still is. I see it as a very special sanctuary away from my very busy hectic life, a place to catch up with my family and my friends in Icmeler, I could relate to your walk through the old village I usually do this on Sunday I can still smell the bread now.I look forward to my next trip on July 10th this time I intend to spend three weeks so plenty of time to soak up all that you describe. Thanks for your memories I share them.

[Lynn m]

Hi Gene

Loved your post, its just how I imagined Icmeler would be early morning unfortunately in the 10 year I've been going I dont think I've ever seen a sunrise.

Maybe this time

I'm off on Friday 2 weeks will still be there when you arrive
I you will have to look out for you and Mrs Gene (I think I will be able to spot her she's the one with the Halo above her head,being as patient as a saint putting up with you) I've read a few comment you have made about her. Dont worry I wont tell her any of them.

Lynn

3 days Icmeler here I come

[redrhino12]

Lynn m,
Please, no telling tales out of school.
If Ann ever read some of the stuff I write I will be talking in an high pitched voice.
Fortunately Ann never uses my puter so its only a slip of the tongue from my friends that could cause me irrepairable damage.

May see you over there have a super holiday.

Gene

[Lynn m]

Gene

Your secrets safe with me.

Cant answer for the me full of Efes though

Lynn

[skilly]

gene,
you should have been a poet, or least of all the turkish tourist board should give you a job. your description was spot on.!