Khaleel recognized us immediately. He spontaneously asked, “Two very spicy?” After hearing that we were only in town for 90 minutes he was amused and proud.
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Where Are They Meow?
Kitschy Skopje
In 2010, the government launched “Skopje 2014.” In the “Colorful Revolution” of 2016, Macedonians threw paint balls to protest wastefulness and corruption.
You Can’t Buy Alcohol After 7 pm in Skopje?
The lady had an apologetic look, “We cannot sell you wine after seven.” Kenric apologized and gave the bottles back. I followed to find out more.
Time Travel to the Ottoman Period in Skopje
We walked to the mid-15th century inn for people in the caravans. It would be amazing to time travel to the Ottoman period to see what this place was like.
The Dogs of Mount Dajti
I poured all the cat food I had for them. The Mom and the pups ate very quickly. The Dad stayed away the entire time. It was obvious they were still hungry.
Saying Goodbye
She tried leaving a few times, but always came back in for more scratches, kisses, and a few more bites. Finally, she went up the stairs in the rain.
Dinner Companions
It’s past 1:00 am now, and the rain has stopped. I put food out, and three different cats have eaten, but no Waxy. I was the fourth wheel at one dinner, and got stood up at another.
She’s a Crazy Cat!
The vet said she’s a crazy cat, and that she did not like her antibiotics shot at all. It’s going to be interesting when we give her the shot tomorrow.
The Cats Are Always Hungry for Fish Bones
She laughed, “Yes, they always hungry. My husband give them fish.” He added a fish head and bones to the plate. The cats immediately focused on the fish.
The Conclusion of a Profound Day
The rest of the ride felt oddly peaceful considering the innumerable decrepit buildings that dot the way. At dusk the fall foliage was especially beautiful.