“We’ve triggered the evacuation from Kyiv,” he said, entering the kitchen, “I’m going to Lviv, you’re leaving the country—no arguments!” My husband told me to finish packing my ‘go’ bag – we had packed two small carry-on suitcases a few weeks earlier ‘just in case’. “I’ve got work to do.” He gave me a kiss. And with that, he headed to his home office to get online.
Today I lost one of my dearest friends. It doesn’t matter that he was several decades older. In truth, he was younger than I. John Nason was perhaps the most vibrant and alive person I ever knew. He filled a room with his booming voice, wicked wit, and […]
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah every one! As dreidels are being played with and menorah lights sparkle in Jewish homes around the world, Christians are putting up trees. I thought I’d give you my 17 essential tree decorating tips and tell you all about how a little old […]
Diana, I enjoyed reading Veronica’s post a great deal; I visited Istanbul four years ago and long to go back. Turkey is wonderful! Now, to buy her book. Pat Schultheis
I know you’ll love it, Pat. Veronica has a way of giving her readers a deliciously intimate view of the places she writes about.
Thanks for visiting.
Thanks for the trip to exotic Istanbul – I had a wonderful virtual-visit!
That’s what I love about Veronica’s writing, Chavie. It’s always like taking vacation somewhere.