March

I've got a lot of news to share with you, my dear friends!

First of all, some fresh pictures in the Gallery. 

And also, this week  I participated in the 20th Annual Immigrants of Distinction Awards as one of the finalists in the Art and Culture category. I would like to say thank you to all my dear friends who help and support me, and to all of my students who inspire me.

In January I got an e-mail that read: "We would like to congratulate you on being selected as a Finalist- Arts & Culture category- at the Immigrants of Distinction Awards." 

Than I had to fill some forms, prepare a speech for a vignette and many many other things to do.Last Friday, March 11th was the day of the Ceremony. 

There were many officials.

You can see all the details at the Immigrant Services page https://www.facebook.com/ImmigrantServicesCalgary.

I would also like just to share my impression. First of all, we are all working hard everyday in different fields not just to get some award, but to survive and to provide our children better opportunities. Than, every immigrant asks themselves the question: "What sort of skills do I have that will make me a better part of my community and will benefit its people?"

The life story of every single nominee touched our hearts because everybody, who attended the Ceremony understands the importance of hard work behind every achievement.

Thank you to everyone who involved me in this event!

Saturday, March 12, it was a traditional Russian event "Maslenitsa" with a wonderful concert, some traditional Russian activities and  competitions for families, a lot of delicious Russian food and much more. 

  

You can find more pictures at the John Chrysostom Church photo album

Thank you to everyone who organized this wonderful concert and such a great time for all the families. To those who helped decorate our church, which still needs outside renovation and to those who prepared such delicious food and, of course, those who joined us on this wonderful and warm day.

Sincerely yours,

Alla Kireyeva

P.S.  Now you understand the background and just how full I had my plate during this time. :) Thank you for your understanding and support.