Veļu laiks – the Quiet Time of the Year

There is something about this time of the year that makes me slow down. The mornings are darker, the evenings arrive earlier, and nature seems to be withdrawing into itself. In Latvian tradition, the period from Miķeļi (September 29) to Mārtiņi (November 10) is known as Veļu laiks – the Time of the Souls. Traditionally, … More Veļu laiks – the Quiet Time of the Year

Day 3: Celebrating My Brother’s Birthday in Salacgriva

Day 3 in Salacgriva was a special one – we celebrated my brother’s 43rd birthday! It was a lovely, intimate gathering, a contrast to the unforgettable party we threw back in 2016 that everyone still talks about. That year, I organized a camouflage-themed outdoor bash, complete with a DJ and a lively atmosphere. The weather … More Day 3: Celebrating My Brother’s Birthday in Salacgriva