Balada Supravietuitorului, my personal life

Cum am învăţat limba română în 37 de paşi simpli

This is the Romanian version of How I learned Romanian in 37 Easy Steps (edited for content and clarity), which will be appearing in my new book Balada Supravieţuitorului a lui Sam cel Român. Translation done by the fabulous Diana Lupu. Enjoy! Majoritatea românilor sunt destul de surprinşi când află că un american le vorbeşte limba. Sunt întrebat adesea cum anume am reuşit să învăţ … Continue reading Cum am învăţat limba română în 37 de paşi simpli

Sam Cel RomanFebruary 7, 2011February 7, 201125 Comments

Another Satisfied Visitor, Balada Supravietuitorului, my personal life, off the wire

Odds and Ends – January 26, 2011

Got a lot of little short pieces today instead of one long one: The other day I went down to visit a local publisher (Rom: editura) here in Cluj. Knocked on the door, went inside. Nobody was there. Door was open and it was during business hours but nobody was around. There was a sign on the door so I knew I was at the … Continue reading Odds and Ends – January 26, 2011

Sam Cel RomanJanuary 26, 20115 Comments

Complete Insider's Guide to Romania, The, my personal life

The American Who Came In From The Cold

Wow! I had a really great time last night meeting both some (English-speaking) foreigners living here in Romania as well as some Romanians who have been to the United States (and other foreign places). Quite a different mix than I’m used to, that’s for sure. I wish I had some photographs but alas, I don’t own a camera. I know some pictures were taken and … Continue reading The American Who Came In From The Cold

Sam Cel RomanJanuary 20, 2011January 20, 20113 Comments

my personal life

It’s A Good Thing™

Just about done with the rough draft of the new book. It’s looking awesome! I’ve got an interview (in English) with Business Review coming up in their January 31 edition. I had a wonderful experience last night. Guess that one needs a little clarification, eh? :P Last night I got to meet these guys (Romanian only). Their website is quite slow loading and poorly designed … Continue reading It’s A Good Thing™

Sam Cel RomanJanuary 19, 20119 Comments

my personal life

Visul Romanesc

Well friends, I’m afraid this is going to be my last post for a while. In less than 24 hours I’m going we’re going to be heading out into the pre-dawn morning to climb on board a (flying chocolately goodness) TAROM flight and head to Spain. And even if you’re not a member of Facebook, you can see my “upcoming events” on the sidebar, which … Continue reading Visul Romanesc

Sam Cel RomanDecember 26, 2010December 26, 20106 Comments

All Things Romania

Still more Romanian than you!

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