Violeta Altmann

Month: May 2015

  • Cluj was a treat!

    Cluj was a treat!

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    So many stories, hugs, tears and smiles.

  • Day 1 with the ladies

    Day 1 with the ladies

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    Our eyes heavy and our bodies tired, we tried to stay awake to go to the airport at midnight. The weather was quite spectacular, with dramatic thunder, lightning and heavy rain. We picked up the ladies from the airport after midnight. We were in bed by 2 AM. Day one is falling in to place…

  • Mom and dad arrived to Cluj

    Mom and dad arrived to Cluj

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    The first morning we explored the hills of Terra Gardens, spent time with my parents, rested and then we went downtown. We were caught in the rain, after exploring the medieval and crafts fair in Cluj; we picked up a dairy-free snickers cake and ate other delicious sweets from Chez Coco, and then I want…

  • Down to the wire

    Down to the wire

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    Today I pulled a blank sheet of paper and made a “stress list”. I wake up with a clear mind, but as I start my day a slew of tasks and responsibilities flood my mind. So I just need to get them out. My engine knows how to run at a proper speed, but it…

  • The highs and the lows

    The highs and the lows

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    I am often plagued by the question “What could I have done differently”. I say plagued because at the right time, with the right mindset this is a great question. While in the middle of it all, I need to remain focused on what still can and needs to be done.

  • Two more weeks

    Two more weeks

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    Two more weeks until mom and dad arrive. We have big plans for May and June. In May we (mom, Sharon, Debbie, Sue and I) will host a women’s conference in the beautiful hills of Valea Draganului; We have been slowly building up to this since last Easter. We met a few times when I…

  • Varful Piatra Cetii

    Varful Piatra Cetii

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    We returned from Spain at midnight. The very next day we drove 60 miles somewhere near Alba, at a campsite in the mountains @ Cetea. And we had delicious food cooked on wood burning fire, and rested and enjoyed the beautiful area. Then we all naively hopped on a trail to explore the surroundings. It…

  • Barcelona

    Barcelona

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    So how can you travel without being too much constricted by cash? 1. If someone in a different country invites to you visit them, Go! Three days is the ideal time to explore and sightsee. WizzAir has very cheap flights. They make up for their costs charging you for your luggage. Pack light. You don’t…