Chapters 1 to 5

- 1: Winnipeg
- 2: Germany/Ukraine
- 3: The Lost Chervoniy Suitcase
- 4: A New Day
- 5: Collection Of The Lost ...

Chapters 6 to 10

- 6: Carpathian Mountains
- 7: Walter & Maria Yaskiw
- 8: Blessing The Fruits...
- 9: Sroll Through Selo Rozdol
- 10: Telephone Call To Sofia

Chapters 11 to 15

- 11: Birth & Death Records
- 12: Pisochne Town Of Crystal
- 13: Lazy Day At Home
- 14: Pilgrimage
- 15: Ternopil’ska Oblast

Chapters 16 to 20

- 16: My Heart Is Pounding
- 17: Run For Your Life
- 18: Judy’s Fried Chicken
- 19: Lviv
- 20: Zadachu – Virgin Mary

Chapters 21 to 23

- 21: Visiting The Neighbours
- 22: Last Trip To Lviv
- 23: My Heart

Acknowlegements

Update 2004/05

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ACKNOWLEGEMENTS:

You know when you meet people on the internet you don't explain every bit of your life, well maybe some... But I remember reading Bill Tarkulich's story about Slovakia. He made me cry, he made me laugh, and fall in love. He, who told me go to Ukraine, you never know what tomorrow will bring, You can live without an air conditioner and soft tissue for a few weeks!! Little did he know that I, who was born and raised a city girl, actually lived on acreage. My in-laws had no telephone until 1973, running water or indoor bathroom until 1984. So needless to say I use to go out in - 40 below weather to use the outhouse.... Pump water from a well, carry two pails how many times a day, while I was pregnant just to make coffee, soup and make meals to take out to the guys on the field, as they bailed hay. I managed to fit right in, while in Ukraine, and you were right, I did fall in love with the people, the country and would go back in a heartbeat!! Thanks Bill!!

I would also like to thank James Larsen for telling me to rush down to Costco Oct 2000, as they had computers on for a really good price. Needless to say, purchased, hooked up and the first thing I did was start my Genealogy. Thanks to the many web sites, especially www.Infoukes.com who have the most intelligent, sincere, devoted, knowledgeable, fascinating people that I have ever had the chance to talk to.. Laverenty Krupniak, was a god send for me, as he translated a letter in Polish from family. Who would of thought they would still be alive, even though I am no closer to finding how all the Krzyzanowski's are related. Laverenty is very knowledgeable in what he does. I learn something new from him everyday, even now. After reading many stories of people who had just come back from visiting Ukraine had me all worried... but Bill Watamaniuk restored my faith, told me to go and have a great time, if you go with an open mind and the right attitude you will have a great time.. I also agree with Bill, the cemeteries do need a good cleaning, and would love to get in there and help .. I had a fabulous time. To Stella Stranger, Olga Kazmar and everyone else who gave me hints of what to take and not take, never leave home without the handy wipes. I even sent a parcel from Canada on June 28, 2002 to see just how long Meest takes to deliver. It arrived on August 21 in perfect condition, same way I sent it.. Thank you Ladies!!

Well, I hope that you all enjoy my story Can You Hear The Poplars.. I know there are things that I left out and some of you will be saying how come this and why not that. But I went to Ukraine to find my roots, instead, came home with a love and spiritual experience that I will never forget... I would encourage anyone who has been thinking about going, GO, there is so much to see and do. OH, by the way, remember those beautiful white lace curtains? Yes, I purchased a pair when I got home. As they sway in the breeze, they remind me of how much, I miss Ukraine.

Please feel free to contact me: jkruzer@shaw.ca



Home Chapters 1 to 5 - 1: Winnipeg - 2: Germany/Ukraine - 3: The Lost Chervoniy Suitcase - 4: A New Day - 5: Collection Of The Lost ... Chapters 6 to 10 - 6: Carpathian Mountains - 7: Walter & Maria Yaskiw - 8: Blessing The Fruits... - 9: Sroll Through Selo Rozdol - 10: Telephone Call To Sofia Chapters 11 to 15 - 11: Birth & Death Records - 12: Pisochne Town Of Crystal - 13: Lazy Day At Home - 14: Pilgrimage - 15: Ternopil’ska Oblast Chapters 16 to 20 - 16: My Heart Is Pounding - 17: Run For Your Life - 18: Judy’s Fried Chicken - 19: Lviv - 20: Zadachu – Virgin Mary Chapters 21 to 23 - 21: Visiting The Neighbours - 22: Last Trip To Lviv - 23: My Heart Acknowlegements Update 2004/05 pdf print	ACKNOWLEGEMENTS: You know when you meet people on the internet you don't explain every bit of your life, well maybe some... But I remember reading Bill Tarkulich's story about Slovakia. He made me cry, he made me laugh, and fall in love. He, who told me go to Ukraine, you never know what tomorrow will bring, You can live without an air conditioner and soft tissue for a few weeks!! Little did he know that I, who was born and raised a city girl, actually lived on acreage. My in-laws had no telephone until 1973, running water or indoor bathroom until 1984. So needless to say I use to go out in - 40 below weather to use the outhouse.... Pump water from a well, carry two pails how many times a day, while I was pregnant just to make coffee, soup and make meals to take out to the guys on the field, as they bailed hay. I managed to fit right in, while in Ukraine, and you were right, I did fall in love with the people, the country and would go back in a heartbeat!! Thanks Bill!! I would also like to thank James Larsen for telling me to rush down to Costco Oct 2000, as they had computers on for a really good price. Needless to say, purchased, hooked up and the first thing I did was start my Genealogy. Thanks to the many web sites, especially www.Infoukes.com who have the most intelligent, sincere, devoted, knowledgeable, fascinating people that I have ever had the chance to talk to.. Laverenty Krupniak, was a god send for me, as he translated a letter in Polish from family. Who would of thought they would still be alive, even though I am no closer to finding how all the Krzyzanowski's are related. Laverenty is very knowledgeable in what he does. I learn something new from him everyday, even now. After reading many stories of people who had just come back from visiting Ukraine had me all worried... but Bill Watamaniuk restored my faith, told me to go and have a great time, if you go with an open mind and the right attitude you will have a great time.. I also agree with Bill, the cemeteries do need a good cleaning, and would love to get in there and help .. I had a fabulous time. To Stella Stranger, Olga Kazmar and everyone else who gave me hints of what to take and not take, never leave home without the handy wipes. I even sent a parcel from Canada on June 28, 2002 to see just how long Meest takes to deliver. It arrived on August 21 in perfect condition, same way I sent it.. Thank you Ladies!! Well, I hope that you all enjoy my story Can You Hear The Poplars.. I know there are things that I left out and some of you will be saying how come this and why not that. But I went to Ukraine to find my roots, instead, came home with a love and spiritual experience that I will never forget... I would encourage anyone who has been thinking about going, GO, there is so much to see and do. OH, by the way, remember those beautiful white lace curtains? Yes, I purchased a pair when I got home. As they sway in the breeze, they remind me of how much, I miss Ukraine. Please feel free to contact me: jkruzer@shaw.ca
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