Glyn Thomas
I'm the author of the blog and the book "Telling Tales". I spent a happy decade in Ukraine working and living and am now settled in the UK with my Ukrainian wife and our three children. The book is based loosely on tales from Anya's past most notably the period of the Holodomor.
Telling Tales
This is the working cover and title of my new project
Category Archives: Kiev Life
Building a house in Ukraine – Hidden Costs
I am currently trying to build my own house. Here in Ukraine that means that you only have to pay a fee for administration – the same the world over – but also an unofficial payment. Bribery here is endemic … Continue reading
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Grave Situation in Ukraine
An apt picture – a new hole appears outside the Metro and a woman sells flowers. Just need the President to fall in and a few shovels. More mirth and general discussion on Ukraine over at www.expatua.com
Why are you here in Ukraine…? 2. The Worker
2. The Worker Working and living in Ukraine is a different experience to what Europeans and Americans are used to and it really is a case of either embracing the country or living in an expat bubble. Come here from … Continue reading