Since Moldovans primarily celebrate Orthodox Christmas in January, I had no hesitation about racing down south a bit for a more American celebration on December 25th. Not only was there great food, wine, and company over the holiday, but showers too! Merry Christmas to me!
We actually had our celebration in one of our colleague’s work places—an elder care facility. On Christmas morning, the center and some of its beneficiaries put on a little Christmas concert…the grand finale…a special act in English language carols by Peace Corps Volunteers!
This particular gathering of volunteers was primarily attended by a group of volunteers who can count their number of days left in Moldova in two digits, their group finishes their service in April. The best response I’ve heard yet to the ever popular “ what are you going to do when you get back” question is only one word: “Drive.”
What christmas carols did the carolers sing?
ReplyDeleteThe Moldovan's might use the same tunes for their carols...but the words don't mean the same thing. Mostly the songs are wishing people a happy and healthy new year.
ReplyDeleteOn behalf of the Americans though, we rocked those jingle bells ;)