Steve and Prof. Pirkko Koski recently had two books on Finnish theatre published. So there was a reception at the Finnish Ambassador's residence. Prof. Koski was in town for the conference and luckily could attend the reception before her flight back home. It was an unexpected invitation, but I had a nice time. I chatted with a woman from the Swedish Cultural Ministry and a fellow from the Danish Embassy. He told me interesting stories about Copenhagen and Brussels; he gave me is card and encouraged me to give him a call if I decide to visit either city so he can give me recommendations of where to go.
It was an odd event in that I am not used to being in such a formal setting. I felt surprisingly comfortable, but was still aware that I have entered a new circle of relating. This world of policy and political alliances is one that I have not been in before now. And it is fascinating. The looks of desperate boredom, the surprise of genuine interest, the agendas (c)overtly discussed, the constant nod to formality and a sense of occasion... I'm honored to have been included. I hope we were a good representation of Trinity College and of Steve.
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