letter from a friend
a friend of mine who was living in armenia for a while sent some of her friends a letter from the states. i was lucky enough to be a recipient and i asked her permission to share it with all of you. tina jan, thank you for reminding me how wonderful armenia is.
Dearest Friends,
Leaving Armenia (if only but for a limited time) was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. I already miss each and everyone of you, like it has been years since we have seen each other last. Please know how lucky you are to be in Armenia and to be together. Please know I wish I could be there too.
I miss Armenia already. I miss the sights, the sounds, the smells, and most importantly I miss the warmth and kindness of our people. I miss the genuineness, and I miss the comfort of being somewhere that belongs to you. I miss my country.
I am coming upon a new mission now, while I am back in the states for this time period. I truly feel like it is my duty now to disperse as much positive information I can about our country. Do my part is setting straight stereotypes, and encouraging others to explore their heritage and their roots. It's actually going quite well:) Everyone in these parts has nicknamed me the "freedom fighter":) Some people really get it, others look at me with blank eyes, but I keep talking, and sharing, and I will keep doing so, as much as I possibly can.
Seeing my family and friends has been nice. I had sushi with my dad today:) Went to go see my baby cousin who is now a precious 8 weeks old, and discussed the historic roots of Armenia with my relatives My friends have already arranged a "surprise" trip to vegas for me. Although it is not so "surprise" since one of my friends slipped and told me about it:-) Other than that, just getting reaquainted with life in LA. Although my heart is still in Armenia, I know that professionally I have to stay here for a year or two, but you can bet that I understand the value of Armenia, and will be back home very soon. I can't wait to see you again soon.
With Lots of Love,
Tina
Dearest Friends,
Leaving Armenia (if only but for a limited time) was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. I already miss each and everyone of you, like it has been years since we have seen each other last. Please know how lucky you are to be in Armenia and to be together. Please know I wish I could be there too.
I miss Armenia already. I miss the sights, the sounds, the smells, and most importantly I miss the warmth and kindness of our people. I miss the genuineness, and I miss the comfort of being somewhere that belongs to you. I miss my country.
I am coming upon a new mission now, while I am back in the states for this time period. I truly feel like it is my duty now to disperse as much positive information I can about our country. Do my part is setting straight stereotypes, and encouraging others to explore their heritage and their roots. It's actually going quite well:) Everyone in these parts has nicknamed me the "freedom fighter":) Some people really get it, others look at me with blank eyes, but I keep talking, and sharing, and I will keep doing so, as much as I possibly can.
Seeing my family and friends has been nice. I had sushi with my dad today:) Went to go see my baby cousin who is now a precious 8 weeks old, and discussed the historic roots of Armenia with my relatives My friends have already arranged a "surprise" trip to vegas for me. Although it is not so "surprise" since one of my friends slipped and told me about it:-) Other than that, just getting reaquainted with life in LA. Although my heart is still in Armenia, I know that professionally I have to stay here for a year or two, but you can bet that I understand the value of Armenia, and will be back home very soon. I can't wait to see you again soon.
With Lots of Love,
Tina
posted by Madlene at 9:40 AM
2 Comments:
Madlene, I felt like she was writing on my behalf as well. That letter truly captures how we all feel when we leave Armenia. Having returned to the US almost 3 years ago, I can honestly say that feeling never leaves you. I still long for the smells, the sounds, and even the bad stuff, because it is ours.
Tina, don't let 1 or 2 years turn into 3 or 4. It's very easy to let that happen, but it ain't worth it.
I promise you it won't. My heart won't allow it.
It is April 24th today and every moment that goes by I feel that I should be in Armenia. My heart breaks being away, like a child feels being away from her mother.
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