1930

I arrived at Snepele in June, 1930. I first stayed at Strautmali because the outgoing manager had not yet left. Passing through Riga, I went shopping. I bought a dark blue suit, pale slacks, and white shoes, which were the latest fashion. And I had my record player.

Jan 31, 2010

I had an excuse to make Ingas my first call in Snepele as it was a cream collection point. So the following Sunday after work I went to Ingas. I also knew there were four daughters as I had met them before when I was in the reserve army and came home for Christmas. We went to Biezaisi where we had an invitation to go to Ingas to celebrate all together. The four daughters were the oldest, Marta, Paula, then Konstance and the youngest, Milda at 17, well grown and very shy. I liked her from the first time I saw her and got her to dance with me even though she was so shy.

Feb 2, 2010