Canada, Process of learning

University of Victoria, Summer Convocation 2026

The Admission The Chancellor: “By authority of the Senate of this University, I admit you to the degree and award you the diploma or certificate to which you and those in absentia are entitled, and urge you to strive always with patience and sincerity for the instruction and sound learning of all people.” The Chancellor:… Continue reading University of Victoria, Summer Convocation 2026

Canada, Liminal World, Process of learning

An expedition called self-publishing

Before the time of Covid-19, I used to go to the local cafeteria once a month and listen to various writers sharing their stories. After self-publishing my book in 2018, my book designer and friend suggested this would be a good way to connect with like-minded people, so I gave it a try. These events… Continue reading An expedition called self-publishing

Liminal World, Process of learning

Liminal World: Croatia

Liminal World: Croatia (an earthquake in the midst of lockdown and quarantine) In this first episode we’ll visit Croatia. We are going to meet Ivana who’ll walk us through her first days of quarantine. At the beginning of March she changed the biggest performance stage in Croatia for the isolation in Zagreb. Those days were… Continue reading Liminal World: Croatia

Canada, Process of learning

Cabbage, Rice pudding, Goulash and Pro-D Day

A couple of years ago I spoke with my mother over Skype.  - So, she is sleeping? - she asked. My mom was waiting to see her granddaughter. - Yes, she fell asleep half an hour ago. She didn’t sleep well last night. She woke up several times and probably needs to sleep now to… Continue reading Cabbage, Rice pudding, Goulash and Pro-D Day

Canada, Process of learning

Be a tourist in your hometown!

– Imagine a stranger – suddenly my girlfriend and I got the idea.  – Imagine that he decided to come to our city – I added sarcastically that he was, for sure, out of his mind. Maybe he didn't know what he was getting into?! My friend from childhood laughed. She was always more realistic.… Continue reading Be a tourist in your hometown!