Herr Heinz from the post office

Let me tell you a story of guy that works at the nearest post office.I named him Herr Heinz and feel intimidated to ask for his actual one as it may not really resonate with my perception and his appearance? I make no sense at this point, but trust me, he is Herr Heinz for … Continue reading Herr Heinz from the post office →

Don’t be a taker

Let me explain. There is this cat at a place I live named Brokkoli. It belonged to a tenant that once lived before I moved in. From what I heard, she left him. Rumors say he would listen to loud music everyday and it might have affected her behaviour. No comment. In the past 4 … Continue reading Don’t be a taker →

Why complex is good for you

Having a complex mind with simple wording is something to think about. I remember reading somewhere that exposing your brain to the art, poetry, music which you barely understand is actually good for you. Your brain cells stay active and so, it tries to connect dots. Now imagine you train your mind. You understand complex … Continue reading Why complex is good for you →

From -to or in between?

In pain - you are without; In joy - you are within; From top down to bottom up Or shall it stay in between?

Snaps

Berlin, subway. "Oui, cést bon? Bus X109?" says a woman to her husband mixing it with Arabic. "Det er en god dag" I hear from two gentlemen sitting next to me. "de la estación" is all I can catch from a conversation of two young ladies that forgot to get off on time. Home.

Summer breeze

As I am sitting outdoors in the sun and sipping on my iced latte at Potsdamer Platz, one simple sensation makes me happy - lazy summer breeze. I'm still wearing jeans as it is 23°C, the sun gently touches my shoulders and I close my eyes and feel subtle airflow hitting my skin and messily … Continue reading Summer breeze →

Nationality in today’s world

So Friday's post is going to be a little deeper than usual of my goofiness. This topic I have carried all through the past 9 years since I left my home country - Azerbaijan. I feel very passionate yet emotional as well. So bear with me here. Thanks again to Elif Shafak and her interview … Continue reading Nationality in today’s world →

You miss out

The moment you stop willing to learn The moment you stop willing to listen The moment you say "no" to the unknown The moment you overly in the past or in the future The moment you stop discovering The moment you choose to be sane

A day in Berlin (Kreuzberg) is..

.. when it is 27° outside and a badass tram driver is driving with an open door.. when there is a crowd of Turkish grannies gathered in circle and having a lot to share with each other.. when there is a tall guy with red viking beard wearing T-shirt out with his baby in the … Continue reading A day in Berlin (Kreuzberg) is.. →

The life cycle of mayflies

Mayfly nymph lives and grows in a mud for the entire year waiting for the right conditions. Once the mayfly nymph is mature, it has to make it to the surface of the water - fast enough to not get eaten by a fish. Then it turns into an adult mayfly that has neither mouth … Continue reading The life cycle of mayflies →