LivinginBrno

Offering a constant support to refugees is so important these days. Looking at the people around us how much they got involved, is so amazing, the strength and solidarity. Everyone I know helps and most importantly, continues to do so. Every day. Because these people were taken away from their lives, their homes and here all is so new and scary. They need every support that is possible.  I believe that giving money donations, clothes and food is so important but to me the heroes are those who make sure all these donated stuff arrives at the right people. The infrastructure and manpower needed to support the families coming here are so critical and hats off to all the staff and people who volunteer their time to help. That is so important.  To support the people who help with their time and put the effort to bring all the donations at the right people, at least we can do is provide them with a constant in flow of food/hygiene/needes products. The place at Brno Exhibition Center...

 I have realised that having a hobby or something pleasant to do can bring much benefits to health and spirit. Although in past, before having our kids I had lots of available time, I did not really pay any attention to my hobbies and things that made me happy. I was just doing some physical activity, regularly (which I should probably restart, by the way) and then work, work work on the holy land of a corporation. I was mainly focused on my job, what to do next to grow in career and that was a complete waste of time, which to my shame I only realised years later. So, doing what I love and loving what I do is what keeps me going. Is what gives me energy and power to give it back to my family. How can I care for them if I don't take care of myself a little, also? Gardening is one of my favourite ways to spend time. Nothing brings more relaxation than seeing how seeds germinate in time, wondering what will they bring to the surface. We are blessed with a small garden and make the mos...

 I have not found the power to post in a while, in view of recent world events and the situation in Ukraine. The way all world seems to be connected and fight for good overwhelmed me, the difficult times of Ukranian people made me less willing to talk. I am sure no one noticed the lack of posting in here and that is not really the point of this article. The point is that sometimes we can choose to be silent and still achieve things, help the ones in need. Be it a donation, volunteering your free time and so on. I have posted a few links on the FB page ExpatMom, with helpful information in these times, we choose to donate what is possible for us. Anyone can help in this situation. I spent most of the last days with our family and at the small garden, praying and helping in the way we could with the war situation. Czech Republic welcomed more than 200,000 refugees and that is something  indeed. A lot of suffering people need help and support right now.  What else can I writ...