Hristos a inviat!

Yesterday was Easter, both according to the Orthodox and non-Orthodox Christian calendars.  This is actually a pretty rare occasion, as usually the two Easters do not fall on the same Sunday.  Here in Moldova, Easter is by far the number one most important and biggest holiday of the year. Most Moldovans (though certainly not all) … Continue reading Hristos a inviat!

Moldovan Wedding

I got to experience my first Moldovan wedding this week!  It was definitely interesting, to say the least! Moldovan weddings start in the morning, generally on a Friday, with the signing of documents and a short, simple church ceremony.  I got up fairly early to get dressed and do my hair and such.  My host … Continue reading Moldovan Wedding