Week 13!
Author: Beth Ogden
I'm an elementary school teacher, (new!) first time homeowner, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Moldova, 2016-2018), and avid reader & traveler living in the Catskill Mountains in upstate New York.
Constelatia Talentelor (Constellation of Talents)
Last Friday I was at school and heading to a class when Doamna Angela, a 3rd grade teacher, approached me and asked if I was busy that afternoon and evening. Doamna Angela and her husband, Alexandru, run the traditional music and dance school in our village. I told her I didn't have plans and she … Continue reading Constelatia Talentelor (Constellation of Talents)
Youth Day
Last week, our school celebrated Youth Day. The Student Council made a video and put together an hour-long performance for the 8th and 9th grade students. I was really impressed by how quickly they put everything together and learned the dances and songs! There was a mix of some songs, dances, and one big musical … Continue reading Youth Day
A Look Back: The Third Six Months
A couple days ago I reached my one and a half year mark in Moldova. As with the first half of my time here, the time has passed quickly and I can't believe the next of these recaps will be my last. It feels like my time here is started to wind down, which is … Continue reading A Look Back: The Third Six Months
Photo a Day: Days 78-84
Week 12!
The Oke Den 