This is the second part of the story of Evelyn Knight's escape from Estonia in 1940. You can read part one here. By the second half of 1939 Evelyn must have been aware of the political events taking place around her, and yet she chose to stay behind in Tallin even when her elder sister … Continue reading Riga Exodus #2
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Riga Exodus
Coincidentally, as we watch the unfolding chaos of evacuation from Kabul airport, fellow blogger Derrick J. Knight has been writing a series on another hasty exodus. This one involves his great-aunt Evelyn Knight, and her departure from Estonia in 1940. Derrick has some fascinating family members, and I have been privileged to research a few … Continue reading Riga Exodus
Under Australian Skies by Phyllis Power
Remember, almost a year back, when I started a project to re-read my childhood books and write a post about each before culling it? I only got two books in, and then was side-tracked with so many other things. So this next book I am featuring was actually read many months ago. My edition was … Continue reading Under Australian Skies by Phyllis Power
The Reluctant Retiree 