Reflections
Need Not Apply
“Only candidates younger than 50 years old are eligible for this position.” “Well, Milen jan, I just got 56 years old. I think I am too old for them.” Shocked and disheartened by the unwritten […]
unemployment
Culture
Aregak Bakery: Making Pastries and Changing Perspectives
Several weeks ago, I sat waiting for a cappuccino inside Gyumri’s new Aregak Bakery. A particularly earnest young barista was working the espresso machine, taking direction from his more experienced counterpart. After frothing and pouring […]