Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving, of course, is a non-issue here.  We are headed to a colleague's house for dinner tonight but he is not American so I suspect I will not see even a hint of turkey or pie.  I am, in fact, the only American in the World Bank office, staff or spouse.  Today we spent most of the daylight hours roaming around the center of the city (where we live).  It was a beautiful day though the air was near freezing.  Snow is expected to fall all weekend.  Here are some glimpses of our surroundings...

Gio passing through the "gween tunnel" between our building and the main street.

Our street.  Big park with sand-filled playground on the right. Pony rides and a crepe stand nearby.

First English I have seen in 4 days.  Not sure, though, what it means.

Outside the Opera House, about 10 minutes from our home.

Not sure if this building is a church or a prison.  Will have to investigate....`

The main square of town.  Gold domes of church are truly stunning during the rare glimpses of sunlight!

Look!  Blue sky! Snow is expected to start tonight and continue for the next week....

 

 

 

 

A Happy Thanksgiving to all!  Tomorrow we meet our nanny/housekeeper Larissa. Goodnight.  Clara