Being an archeologist is not glamorous work. People think its like Indian Jones or National Treasure, but the true is…its really boring. Don’t believe me? Spend a day here clearing our dirt.” – Geoffrey Summers, British archeologist at Alachoyuk.
That’s exactly how today began…archeology. We went to Catalhoyuk, which is about an hour drive from Konya. I used the driving time to read the fourth book of the Twilight series. I have to admit that I’m very proud of myself. I’m not an avid reader at all. In fact, the only thing I’m avid about is soccer and food, but on this trip, I’ve read two huge books and am on my third. That’s a book a week. Not bad at all. Tomorrow we have an eight hour drive to Pammakale…only more time to read. Its actually…relaxing…huh. Who’d have thought? Anyways, at Catalhoyuk we got to experience what real archeologist go through to bring out the dead to the living. We saw one of the oldest civilization sites in history, dating back to 9,000 years ago! This small city is rumored to have housed close to 8,000 people at its height, unheard of for the time period, and might possibly be older than Sumer and Ur in Mesopotamia (Don’t tell the Iraqis).We also got to see how unglamorous archeological work really is. It’s the truth. We met several American students there who were helping to excavate the site as part of their research as well. It helped up appreciate the painstaking detail involved and give credit to those rarely receive it. Archeologists are truly those who enjoy what they do, knowing that they’ll never make any money or get any credit, but love every minute of it.
After the site we had the afternoon off. So what do girls do when they have the afternoon off….well, shop of course! That’s what we did! We headed back to the famous Konya mall and this time I was in a much better mood to shop and picked up a couple of great items. I’ll be sure to wear them so that you can see pictures to my find.
Not a bad day. I’m heading off to bed because guess what kids…??? I’m sick. I think. Running nose is setting in and I’m suffering from complete exhaustion. I’m pooped!
Quote of the Day:
"I just want to play hide and seek." - Adrienne
oh wow i cant even get through my one ap lit book, your're making me look pitful
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ha ha Ha tht is a funny joke im glad you shared it with me.
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