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When the church bells won’t stop ringing, Matthew learns that it’s the day of the village festival, when the Virgin Mary will be taken on her yearly stroll through the village—and the whole village will party late into the night.
Later, Matthew faces the fact that he only has four days left in the village—and he really doesn’t want to leave.
On his last night in the village, Matthew reflects on a wonderful month, including what he has accomplished, what he’ll miss, and what he’ll be taking back with him as he returns his day-to-day life.
Published 07/06/20
As his time in the village nears its end, Matthew catches up with friends. In the process, he learns more than he ever expected to know about hedgehogs—including the difference between Croatian and African ones.
On his last full day, Matthew starts preparing for his departure—while hoping he can...
Published 06/29/20
The day of the village festival, Matthew has an epiphany that heralds a major—and bittersweet—turning point that will dramatically alter has life at home.
That night, the festivities in full swing, Matthew meets up with friends and makes a new one, is the recipient of still more incredible...
Published 06/22/20