My Adriatic Adventure
I Have No Idea What To Title This Post So This Will Have To Do
Just because you do it that way in your country, doesn’t mean we do it that way here.
A lesson in cultural awareness through coffee.
If There’s Room In The Heart, There’s Room For The Butt
There’s a Swedish saying:
“If there’s room In the heart, there is room for the butt (Finns det hjärterum så finns det stärterum).”
The Magic of Music
While listening to a Croatian radio station in the car a few days ago, I heard the song: A kad dodje proljeće (And When Spring Comes) by Gazde & Sandi.
Things That Made Me Smile (June 2023 Edition)
So now, because of Catholic guilt- I will attempt to create balance in the world - or at least in my head - and mention six things that made me smile over the last couple of weeks.
How Do You Say ‘Thank You’ In Croatian?
This morning, I went to a new butcher shop in my neighbourhood.
Things to See and Do in Split, Omiš, Imotski, and the Makarska Rivijera (Summer 2023)
Recently, a cousin asked me to recommend a few places and things to do in the area, and I put a short list together. Then I thought, why not share some of it here?
Learning About Chaos and Order at the Feast of Saint Anthony
I am currently experiencing writer’s block (is that a thing, or am I just being lazy?). Anyway, I recalled writing this piece last year and thought I would share. It’s about the Feast of St. Anthony and my learning to navigate the systems in these parts. Both are still relevant. I hope you enjoy the ramble.
Take A Picture; It Will Last Longer
Some take pictures to escape. I take pictures to be present.
A Trip Down Memory Lane: Winter of 2002-03 In Hercegovina With My Baba Ruška
I’m staying at my baba Ruška’s house in Hercegovina for a few days.
Even though she passed away two years ago, I still call it her house.
Five Reasons I’ve Started Reading Croatian Novels
A few days ago, I finished reading my first Croatian novel.
Why Does The Baker Go To Work? He Kneads The Dough
A few days ago, the plan was to make pizza dough.
Exploring Croatia: The Path of Brave Women (Put Hrabrih Žena)
Yesterday, I was led on a hike and tour by a newly formed group of creative storytellers -the Association of Tourist Guides Makarska Rivijera i Zabiokovlje.
Exploring Croatia: The Abandoned Children’s Health Resort in Krvavica, Croatia
I see abandoned spaces as a blank canvas. Open to anyone passing through, inviting them to take a moment and be, feel, pause, reflect, and find joy.
Celebrating Beginnings and Endings
I record these musings to remind myself just how delicious life is - sometimes we forget - sometimes I forget- so these entries are a way to remind myself that this adventure (life) should be celebrated - wins, losses, heartbreak, joy - and everything in between