Winter Whispers, Tales from the Frosty Depths

Once again…”welcome to my house. Come freely. Go safely; and leave something of the happiness you bring..” – Bram Stoker, Dracula

Winter has part of the world secured in its icy tendrils. I would love to jump in a sleigh and journey around the world, unravel frost-kissed tales where every shadow conceals a legend and every whisper of winter winds tells a story.

01/12/202301/12/2023

Whimsical Winter & Folklore of Romania, an Advent Calendar

cozonac traditional Easter, Christmas desert from Romania

Enjoy this advent calendar inspired by whimsical winter traditions from the folklore of Romania. I hope that you will return each day until Christmas Eve to open another door, for a new surprise.

03/11/202303/11/2023

Light and Shadows While Gazing Out at Sea, #FridayFeeling

Light growing, shadows creeping while gazing out at the Black Sea throughout a day. Time passing. Making memories. Building stories.

01/11/202301/11/2023

Bâlea Lake, Făgăraș Mountains #Im4Ro #WordlessWednesday #TravelPhotography

Bâlea Lake, Făgăraș Mountains, often sees green grass blanketed by snow in July. #Im4Ro

Bâlea Lake, Făgăraș Mountains, Romania:

29/04/202327/06/2024

Walpurgis Night vs Noaptea Sânzienelor, Celebrating Spring & Summer with Magic & Traditions

Spring and summer are magical times of the year and Walpurgis Night and Noaptea Sânzienelor, as ancient celebrations, capture the essence of these seasons. Both festivals are rich in tradition, legends, and folklore, and are celebrated in different parts of the world, throughout Northern & Central Europe and Romania, respectively.