Tomorrow (December 13) is a holiday in Moldova that is celebrated on the saint day of Sfantul Andrei. I think it's one of the most interesting of Moldovan holidays and there are many varied traditions associated with it, most of which occur tonight. Of the traditions, the most prominent (and most unusual to us Americans) … Continue reading Sfantul Andrei Traditions
Week 13!
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)
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 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
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