tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post1802048263294841018..comments2022-11-23T01:14:04.185-08:00Comments on Walk up Latvia - 2009: Day 5 – Sunday 2 AugustGraham Andersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11884072681701453395noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-83800029338130391152022-06-06T21:52:26.757-07:002022-06-06T21:52:26.757-07:00Its such an informative blog post, If anyone is se...Its such an informative blog post, If anyone is search of gate repair services so, be calm just visit [url=https://gogaragedoorrepairportland.com/garage-gate-repairs-portland]garage door repair company[/url] as it provide high quality services.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-82676584232990222492009-08-03T16:51:31.110-07:002009-08-03T16:51:31.110-07:00This, my first blog comment; feels very strange - ...This, my first blog comment; feels very strange - I am not sure what is my real voice. Largely because I am in frequent contact with Graham. But to readers of the blog I say - I am very touched at your responses and comments.<br /><br />One thing I have not discussed with Graham is the books I have bought here - and am reading. Starting with Nora Ikstena's 'Amour fou" (can this choice be a reflection of separation anxiety?); Anna Žīgures 'Es stāstu par Latviju'{I talk/tell about Latvia - forgive me Jukka if I have not translated accurately enough)(what a treat that this work can again be obtained, having sold out in first edition far too quickly for me to purchase); and Dace Rukšānes 'Ķīpsalas putni'.(All you readers out there, what do you think of my literary choces!)<br /><br />I also took great delight in searching for books for Graham's grandchildren, Beck, April and Dougal - that would give them a feel for Latvian culture or folklore.<br /><br />I discovered a number of tranlations of latvian works including 'The Crumpet'- the Latvian version of the Gingerbread man. And, to my delight, I found an Alphabet book illustrated by Margarita Stāraste. Jāna grew up on a diet of Margarita Stāraste (quintessential latvian nature-loving heartfelt illustrations). A few examples of the alphabet: L is for ladybird on a leaf; h is for honey, g is for grass and a game,k is for knitting..... I am further bewildered by the descriptions for X and Y [Mister X and Yeanling"] <br />And then there is the substantive english/latvian dictionary published by Avots in 2007 that I held back on purchasing - for the moment. Just loved it, but huge. (E-dictionary is not the same...)<br /><br />Signing off from Mezaparks<br />Anita.Anitanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-16843051132525566332009-08-03T04:49:56.858-07:002009-08-03T04:49:56.858-07:00Hello Graham, I had no idea you were such a walker...Hello Graham, I had no idea you were such a walker and have read your blog with much interest. I await your return and talk in Melbourne to hear more. I have a favour to ask of you on behalf of my dear father…who is from Mazsalaca…Rolands Skoba lived at Pernavas iela 12 in Mazsalaca. Apparently you are to ‘stroll’ past his house. He would love someone to take a photo of you passing by. Any chance of arranging this for him? He would be thrilled… <br />Mīļi sveicieni, RūtaRuta Skobanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-30184455367467005392009-08-03T03:27:51.848-07:002009-08-03T03:27:51.848-07:00HI
You have chosen a beautiful way of travelling, ...HI<br />You have chosen a beautiful way of travelling, letting You to learn much more of the country. <br />I feel urged to send You benevolent greetings being Your new discovered Neighbor from Stokholmas/Glika street. We drank wine yesterday with Anita and some of her german and swedish friends, and talked about You! Take care, I might join You some other time!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-57041010809272725432009-08-02T17:51:22.321-07:002009-08-02T17:51:22.321-07:00What a pleasure to hear of your reading material o...What a pleasure to hear of your reading material on the trek. I must admit, my attempts to engage with any mentally stimulating books have been futile. My behavioural studies text 'Concepts of the Self' is the most engaging literature I've read in a while.<br /><br />I'm glad you've finally had a successful day - early start, good pace and the satisfaction of knowing you're half way! Now you're cruising, with pampering coming your way in Zaube and Cesis. Ignore the fact that you'll have to complete a 45km day...<br /><br />Much love XJana Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11481254729217835346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-28737434633241263782009-08-02T11:27:33.334-07:002009-08-02T11:27:33.334-07:00Comment difficulties:
deep inside Blogger, there i...Comment difficulties:<br />deep inside Blogger, there is a setting for who is able to add a comment. I just reset it so that it is open to all-comers ...Bench.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02078907907849283680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1637067857395259207.post-66868417302775513562009-08-02T11:19:14.076-07:002009-08-02T11:19:14.076-07:00Dear Graham
Labu Ceļa Vēju (good road wind!). I lo...Dear Graham<br />Labu Ceļa Vēju (good road wind!). I love your descriptions. I particularly empathise with your experiences talking only Latvian with those women and the feeling of uncertainty about the nature of the exchange. I also empathise with the feelings about having to backtrack when feeling quite tired already - this must be most frustrating. Despite these difficulties, what wonderfully rich experiences you are having. I'll continue to enjoy reading your daily log. Take care on those short cuts – I'm also known for them in our family – they tend to be more exciting, only less certain. Technically shorter, but frequently take longer ... usually more interesting and beautiful.<br />Regards<br />Susan ... and PēterisSusan Darzinsnoreply@blogger.com