04/18/2025
Holidays can be an interweaving of sorrow and joy, or grief and gratitude. As I ground myself in my annual Ukrainian Easter traditions, I reflect on the time that has passed, observe the chapters of my life, and remember the past versions of me. I can also celebrate the visible evidence of my growth and evolution. Using the metaphor of the natural cycles of the seasons — spring, summer, fall, and winter — I explore how life’s changes mirror the rhythms of nature. From planting seeds in spring to the introspection of winter, I reflect on the emotional journey of loss, growth, and rebirth. Though growth can be painful, it’s also a sign of transformation. Join me in embracing the ebb and flow of change, and remember that every shift is part of our personal evolution. :
I grew up with Easter Ukrainian cultural traditions that are important to me to this day. In Ukrainian culture we prepare Easter baskets and take them to church to be blessed. Stella now enjoys this tradition with me. I am grateful that I continue this tradition even though I now live far away from....
