Outstanding News

Well I’ve never denied I’m an ambitious cuss but one of the many treasures of living in Romania is that you learn a little patience. I originally wanted to have my book The Complete Insider’s Guide to Romania in bookstores by Christmas. Obviously that didn’t happen. Today however, I have some good news. At long last, after many (many) emails back and forth, a few … Continue reading Outstanding News

Kibbles and Bits: March 8, 2011

Found a lovely new blog from an American here in Romania who is really enjoying her time here. Probably my favorite quote from her curiously-written last post: You will realize that, as of now, this blending in will be both to your advantage and terribly problematic. It helps because everyone speaks to you in Romanian because they think you are and therefore assume you understand. … Continue reading Kibbles and Bits: March 8, 2011

The Romanian Sniffling Sneezing Coughing Aching Stuffy Head Fever So-You-Can-Rest Medicine

Whew, mercy! On Saturday I got hit by a powerful head cold, which completely knocked me off my feet. Luckily, The Woman was around to give me some TLC and I feel a lot better now. Although she stuck to more modern treatments, my illness reminded me of a very Romanian cure that I used a few years ago. First, you need some good homemade … Continue reading The Romanian Sniffling Sneezing Coughing Aching Stuffy Head Fever So-You-Can-Rest Medicine