My apartment took a major step towards completion as a permanent residence today with the addition of a full stove.  Before I only had a table top two-burner, but now I have four burners and an oven.  The most impressive thing is that the city of Reghin actually paid for a brand new stove for me… I have to say that I am a little surprised it happened.

Another pleasent surprise is that my project is starting to develop further.  I am moving ahead on a design project to replace the old fountain in the center park with a small stage area for events.  I also hope to design a new fountain that will be located in the center of the park.  If anyone has any experience in fountain design, please share.

Also, here’s a little Romania culture tidbit.  Last week, there was a birthday in the office. This person holds a pretty high ranking role in the office so all employees came down to the center courtyard for food and drinks, all of which supplied by the birthday guy.  Whenever it is your birthday, you are expected to supply food to others.  Also, if you go out for drinks, guess what… you’re buying.