Tag: Romania

• Happy mărțișor

  Yesterday, I celebrated my first Romanian tradition: Mărțișor. This is celebrated on March 1st and the term “mărțișor” is derived from “Martie,” which means March in Romanian. This celebration is deeply rooted in mythology and local customs, blending elements of folklore, the changing seasons, and cultural identity. The Tradition: The central aspect of Mărțișor involves…

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• holding pattern

  It’s hard to believe that I’ve been in Romania for 10 days now, and I’m genuinely relishing every moment of it. Each day brings a sense of accomplishment, whether I’m mastering the tram system or attempting to converse in Romanian. Surprisingly, I’ve found plenty of opportunities for socializing, thanks to the Erasmus Student Network, which…

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• Welcome to Timişoara

  After months of anticipation, I finally embarked on my long-awaited journey. When I arrived, it all felt surreal; the buildup to this moment had been intense. It didn’t hit me until my parents dropped me off at Newark Airport and I boarded the plane that it was really happening. As I stood in the airport,…

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• noroc, românia!

  I have been deciding whether or not this is the craziest thing I’ve ever done. As a former small business owner, I experienced my fair share of adventures navigating entrepreneurship. I also moved solo across the country because I wanted a change of pace. Working in the hospitality industry in Portland, Oregon during COVID was…

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