by Liz | Sep 21, 2020 | Holidays and Traditions
Christmas in Hungary There was a loud knock at the front door. “Someone is at the door, Mother,” called Ilona excitedly from the living room. She pulled the curtain aside a little and peeked out. “Oh Mother, Daddy, Grandma, Grandpa, come quickly! They’ve come to OUR...
by Liz | Dec 8, 2016 | Do It Yourself Projects, Holidays and Traditions
A few year ago, we had a card making party with some “crafty” friends. If you are not a person who is naturally craft-oriented, I recommend you surround yourself with those who are because it is fun to do with a person who knows what they are doing! What...
by Liz | Nov 22, 2022 | Do It Yourself Projects, Holidays and Traditions, Learning Hungarian
I suspect there are many aging Hungarian speakers in the US either homebound, in an assisted living facility or in a nursing home. If you love to sing, get a few people together who also enjoy singing (they don’t even have to be Hungarian) and learn a few...
by Liz | Sep 22, 2014 | Holidays and Traditions
I grew up hearing these lovely Christmas carols in Hungarian. I am sure hearing the sounds of Hungarian — and repeating them — has helped me in my pronunciation as I have been more intentional about learning Hungarian in the last several years. I am...
by Liz | Dec 1, 2022 | Holidays and Traditions
With Mikulás Nap right around the corner and the importance of planning ahead for holiday baking, we want to encourage you to be thinking about how you share your Hungarian heritage during December. Food is often present at holiday gatherings and sharing family...
