Tag Archives: Latvian names

If you can’t beat ’em, ROARRR!

Posted on August 10, 2014 by BerLinda

I had planned on this being the last ever post on Expat Eye on Latvia, but I’ve never been known for my restraint. Call it a case of premature publication, if you will. When my friend Lāsma (which definitely doesn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Humor, Humour, Latvia, Latvian women | Tagged beer, Galerija Centrs, H&M, Latvian names, Leopard print, shopping | 146 Comments

Linda vs Latvijas Pasts

Posted on April 8, 2014 by BerLinda

My watch broke a few weeks ago. Yes, I’m one of those old-fashioned souls who still likes wearing a watch. For me, it’s massively inconvenient to scrabble around in my cavernous bag for my phone every time I need to check the … Continue reading →

Posted in Expat, Humor, Humour, Latvia, Riga | Tagged Amazon, expat, humor, Humour, Laiks ad, Latvian customer service, Latvian names, Latvian Post, Latvijas Pasts, Valmieras Iela | 144 Comments

The weird and wonderful world of Latvian names

Posted on January 25, 2014 by BerLinda

For Christmas, one of my students gave me a calendar and, I have to say, it really is the gift that keeps on giving. Not only do I now know what day it is most of the time, I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Humour, Language, Latvia, Latvian women | Tagged Changing your name, Children, Choosing your child's name, Cock, expat, humor, Humour, language, Latvia, Latvian name days, Latvian names, Latvian names and their meanings, Vagina | 164 Comments

What’s in a name?

Posted on March 8, 2013 by BerLinda

Here’s what usually happens when I introduce myself to a new class: Me: Hi, my name’s Linda and I’ll be your English teacher for… Class: Oh, Linda! It’s a Latvian name. Me: No, it isn’t. Class: Yes, it is. Me: … Continue reading →