MAR 1 My mind these days is a jumble of what I’ve done, who I owe, what needs to be addressed, and what is going on right now. My body is in Kyiv. My cat is in Poland. My family is in the United States. My friendships are in the past or in neglect. My computer and phone provide access to nearly everyone I’ve ever met or could meet.
Good day Larissa. Thank you for taking the time to share. I for one greatly appreciate your dispatches, during a very difficult time for you and your country folk. I love that you were able to (remember) wish your Grandmother a happy birthday! Birthdays are so important, not just as a time to celebrate one's natal day, but also to reflect on that person's life and accomplishments. Simply put, I'm delighted you were able to do that. I wish her a belated happy birthday, all the best for her and many more, in good health.
On a different topic, you mentioned the Maidan revolution in 2014, and the three horrible winter months the protesters spent in the streets, working to oust that government. I watched the coverage of it endlessly. Why? I'm not Ukrainian, not even close. I don't even have any Ukrainian friends. I have an ex girlfriend who's parents are Ukrainian, but that's not my point. I watched the footage, because I was angry at the government and their treatment of the protesters. Of course the protesters had to fight back. They had to fight back to make a stand, defend themselves for what was right. To defend their lives. I was stunned at the number of protesters who died, or were horribly injured, during those battles in the streets. I was outraged by the government and the police brutality. I was amazed though, at the protester's raw courage, strength and camaraderie. You are correct in saying that it was a perfect, yet poignant example of the fighting spirit we see today. The continued fight against the Russians and their illegal invasion of a sovereign country. Thank you for your continued dispatches and thank you for reminding me of the Maidan Revolution. At the time I do not think it had a name. I am glad that now it does. It deserves to be remembered as a crucial part in Ukraine's ongoing fight for independence! I pray that the war ends soon.
Victorious Ukraine!
All the best Larissa. Chin up and head down.
Please stay alert and safe. You have a friend here in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Thank you for this glimpse into how you are being affected. You are in my heart every day.
Good day Larissa. Thank you for taking the time to share. I for one greatly appreciate your dispatches, during a very difficult time for you and your country folk. I love that you were able to (remember) wish your Grandmother a happy birthday! Birthdays are so important, not just as a time to celebrate one's natal day, but also to reflect on that person's life and accomplishments. Simply put, I'm delighted you were able to do that. I wish her a belated happy birthday, all the best for her and many more, in good health.
On a different topic, you mentioned the Maidan revolution in 2014, and the three horrible winter months the protesters spent in the streets, working to oust that government. I watched the coverage of it endlessly. Why? I'm not Ukrainian, not even close. I don't even have any Ukrainian friends. I have an ex girlfriend who's parents are Ukrainian, but that's not my point. I watched the footage, because I was angry at the government and their treatment of the protesters. Of course the protesters had to fight back. They had to fight back to make a stand, defend themselves for what was right. To defend their lives. I was stunned at the number of protesters who died, or were horribly injured, during those battles in the streets. I was outraged by the government and the police brutality. I was amazed though, at the protester's raw courage, strength and camaraderie. You are correct in saying that it was a perfect, yet poignant example of the fighting spirit we see today. The continued fight against the Russians and their illegal invasion of a sovereign country. Thank you for your continued dispatches and thank you for reminding me of the Maidan Revolution. At the time I do not think it had a name. I am glad that now it does. It deserves to be remembered as a crucial part in Ukraine's ongoing fight for independence! I pray that the war ends soon.
Victorious Ukraine!
All the best Larissa. Chin up and head down.
Please stay alert and safe. You have a friend here in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Yours truly, Jim Beer.
always interesting and moving comments