Easter morning began peacefully, with the soft light of spring streaming through the windows. I decided to start the day with a simple but comforting breakfast, scrambled eggs, white sausage, and toast. The smell of the sizzling sausage filled the kitchen, mixing with the buttery warmth of the toast and the creamy texture of the eggs. It was a modest meal, but it felt just right for the occasion.
Later in the day, we were surprised and touched by the generosity of our landlady, Renata. She stopped by with a delicious homemade Easter dinner, tender pork roast, fluffy mashed potatoes, and a beautifully glazed orange babka, which added a bright, citrusy note to the table. To round out the meal, I prepared a fresh vegetable salad, adding a crisp, colorful balance to the rich and savory dishes. It all came together wonderfully, and we felt truly grateful for both the food and the kindness behind it.
The weather couldn’t have been better, mild and sunny, with a gentle breeze in the air, so I decided to take Joan for a drive through the countryside just north of our home. The trees were budding, and the fields stretched out in soft greens and browns, promising the full bloom of spring not far off. It was peaceful out there, a quiet contrast to the busyness of the world.
When we returned home, we spent some time watching videos from Saturday’s protests, powerful scenes that reminded us of the current tensions and the growing voices calling for change. We followed that with a bit of anti-government news coverage, trying to stay informed amidst it all.
Later in the evening, we wound down with a movie, letting the intensity of the day's news give way to something a bit more relaxing. All in all, it was a full and meaningful day, quietly celebratory, with moments of reflection, connection, and calm.
Today was a beautiful day weather-wise—mild and pleasant, even though the sun never fully came out. Joan and I took advantage of the nice weather to visit the newly constructed Berdychowski pedestrian bridge, which stretches gracefully across the Warta River. The bridge is striking in its modern design, thoughtfully built to accommodate not just pedestrians but also cyclists and wheelchair users.
Since it was still part of the Easter holiday period, most of the stores were closed, which gave the whole city a quieter, more relaxed atmosphere. That calm seemed to draw many people out for a leisurely walk, and like us, they ended up at the bridge. It felt like the whole community had the same idea—to enjoy the open air and explore this new architectural addition to the cityscape.
Meanwhile: Ukraine
Ukrainian forces repelled a massive Russian assault in the south,
eliminating 140 troops, destroying 29 pieces of military equipment,
and damaging three tanks, the Southern Defense Forces reported.
Key moments of the assault’s defeat – Ukrainian aerial
reconnaissance and artillery targeting Russian forces, followed by
multiple explosions and billowing clouds of smoke. However, Kyiv Post
was unable to independently verify the time and location of the
recording.
According to the report, the Russian assault group involved at
least 320 personnel, 40 armored combat vehicles, three tanks, and
about a dozen buggies.
Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance spotted the advancing Russians
however, and both drone and artillery units launched strikes. The
first Russian losses – three infantry fighting vehicles (BMPs) –
reportedly occurred 8 kilometers before the line of combat contact.
“Enemy losses: 29 units of military equipment destroyed, 140
personnel, three tanks damaged.” the report reads. “The enemy
failed to achieve any success, and the Ukrainian Defense Forces held
all their positions.”