happy birthday turkiye

It's Republic Day! The Republic of Turkey was established 86 years ago today. Hurrah!

This, in reality, means very little to Kaan and me. We were discussing it last night; he was saying something about how the minorities in Turkey probably don't care so much about the republic. This may or may not be accurate, but it got me thinking. I've nothing concrete to write about yet, but the wheels are certainly turning. In the States, our independence day is a pretty big deal. I feel like citizens and residents of all backgrounds get pretty into it. But then, what about the Native American communities? Do they do anything to celebrate? Something I'll have to find out.

As for me, it means school is closed. But, as it's Thursday (my day off), it doesn't make a difference. There are more Turkish flags than normal, but I think, otherwise, it's just another day.

But happy birthday Turkey! I'm glad you exist because if you didn't, it would make my study abroad very difficult.


Midterms are next week. I have two, in theory, but only one in actuality. Good luck to my friends and companions who are studying hard!