March 1st is when we Romanians used to send cards to women in our family and group of friends. The … More
Category: Romania
Giving Thanks for 2024 and Making Resolutions for 2025
People are losing their patience, their ability to anticipate good things. This year, more than in years past, I received … More
‘Nature’s Medicines’ Book Review, with Notes on 7 Medicinal Plants Commonly Used in Romania Part 1/3
A review of a Reader’s Digest book, Nature’s Medicines: A Guide to Herbal Medicines and What They Can Do for … More
Elegant Summer Dresses for an Evening at the Opera
I had the great pleasure of seeing Tosca at the Opera the other day. Sad story, as many at the … More
Cute, Funny, and Elegant Easter Toys and Gifts, Including Religious Candles
I know there’s still St. Patrick’s before the Catholic Easter of March 31, but I’m already excited about Easter, even … More
Rain and Pouring Joy at the Depeche Mode Concert in Bucharest
Article originally published in Counter Arts on Medium on July 31, 2023. Sometimes life experiences are so amazing, that you … More
What I Learned from the Band Storytellers
Sometimes arts grants come in the way of a good real business. Article originally published in Counter Arts on Medium … More
Pay Attention to What Your Mother Eats. It May Do You a Lot of Good (Part 4)
I like to experiment in the kitchen and use modern superfoods, but my mother likes to eat traditional foods. Here … More
Pay Attention to What Your Mother Eats. It May Do You a Lot of Good (Part 3)
I like to experiment in the kitchen and use modern superfoods, but my mother likes to eat traditional foods. Here … More
Pay Attention to What Your Mother Eats. It May Do You a Lot of Good (Part 2)
I like to experiment in the kitchen and use modern superfoods, but my mother likes to eat traditional foods. Here … More
