15 months ago I went to Turkey for the first time (I just returned from my third trip). On Mother's Day 2012 while I was there, I spoke with my mom on the phone and that's when I realized my life would forever change whether I was ready or not. Since then it drastically has.
Turkey has become a place for me that provides comfort and gives me a sense of hope. I wanted to take this picture in front of the iconic Hagia Sophia in Istanbul wearing my Beth's Walk shirt to capture all of the emotion I was feeling. When I was taking the photo, I accidentally photo bombed a woman's photo standing next to me and we laughed but then decided to take a real picture together. Afterwards, she gave me a hug and two big kisses on the cheek as she grabbed my face with one of the warmest smiles I've ever received. We didn't speak the same language and she had no idea what kind of moment she shared with me (nor I her), but it's a moment I will forever cherish.
Taking you with me everywhere I go, madre. xo
