I arrived in Bosnia on May 28th. After nearly a year of being away, I sat in the propeller plane full of nerves. I was energized by what I saw: a country lush with green mountains and clear, blue rivers. To me, Bosnia really is the most beautiful place I have ever had the privilege of visiting. My first video blog is simply to share the beauty and, in a way, begin to deconstruct the stereotypes of Bosnia as only a war torn and “lost” country.
[youtube gAPgLaya6gc]I know that multitudes of challenges will present themselves to me, but I find that in difficult times I can return to Bosnia’s land and people and feel restored and ready to face the next day.
More to come soon, including a brief stay in the hospital, the language barrier, news on Mladic’s trial in the Hague, and my first days in Tuzla… In the meantime, check out my latest photographs from Bosnia here on flickr.
Posted By Julia Dowling
Posted Jun 9th, 2011
6 Comments
Margot
June 9, 2011
Gorgeous footage Julia! Looking forward to viewing more of the the project as it unrolls. Good luck!
Julia Dowling
June 19, 2011
Thank you so much Margot! I love reading your own blog and seeing all the amazing things you cook up. Glad to know that we’re both doing so well and are able to keep in touch.
Emily Miller
June 9, 2011
Julia, the country reminds me of parts of Poland. Such lush countryside. I look forward to hearing and seeing more. Em
Julia Dowling
June 19, 2011
It really is one of the prettiest countries I’ve been to – I love it despite the huge language barriers I continue to face!