Croatia, the War, and the Future

Christmas Wishes

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It is the time of year when I celebrate Christmas and I also celebrate the fact that there are many people in the world who do not celebrate Christmas because of their religion or personal choices in life. I am deeply grateful for everyone who has visited this blog and provided support that I cherish especially because it connects us all in some way, however small or large that way may be to individuals.

Regardless of our beliefs I hold that we are all united in love, care, compassion and spreading the affection of our heart into the lives of others and bringing in pleasure and cheers. For me, Christmas is a perfect time that amplifies the expression of these emotions and devotions.
Merry Christmas and if you do not celebrate it I wish that you also fill up your life with love, compassion, tolerance, peace and happiness.
As I retire from this blog for a few days I wish you all joy, happiness and peace.

And to turn to the special place in my heart – VUKOVAR –  I wish that 2014 will bring the deserved consideration for victims of war and that Vukovar will become the Special Place of Piety to which we bow to the suffering that was and still is.  Ina Vukic, Prof. (Zgb); B.A., M.A.Ps. (Syd)

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49 responses to “Christmas Wishes”

  1. Yahalom Kashny Avatar
    Yahalom Kashny

    Merry Christmas to you Ina.

    Serb authorities have announced they will destroy memorials on a Christmas Eve, take a look http://bosniakandjewishfriendship.wordpress.com/2013/12/23/serb-authorities-busy-destroying-memorials/

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Yahalom Kashny, I wish you all the best. It is so sad to see destruction anytime and on Christmas Eve it is especially sad for those who observe Christmas but I think to all who respect it.

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  2. Clouds N Cups Avatar
    Clouds N Cups

    Merry Christmas, my friend and best wishes to you and your loved ones in Year 2014! Cheers~ 😀

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      So too I wish to you and yours Clouds N Cups! Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year!

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      1. Clouds N Cups Avatar
        Clouds N Cups

        Thank you so much, my friend!

        Have a wonderful day ahead, always~ Cheers!! 😀

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      2. inavukic Avatar
        inavukic

        Thank you my friend! Always there and her wishing well to you 😀

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      3. Clouds N Cups Avatar
        Clouds N Cups

        You’re welcome, my friend!!

        Cheers!! Cheers!! Cheers!! 😀

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      4. inavukic Avatar
        inavukic

        😀 XX

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  3. chirose Avatar
    chirose

    Sretan Božić Ina..!!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Woohoo Chirose! Sretan Božić! Merry Christmas 😀

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  4. mindlovemisery Avatar
    mindlovemisery

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year =) Beautiful post!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Merry Christmas mindlovemisery 😀

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      1. mindlovemisery Avatar
        mindlovemisery

        =)

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  5. Wilkinson Avatar
    Wilkinson

    Merry Christmas! Sretan Božić! Vrolijk Kerstfeest! Joyeux Noël! Frohe Weihnachten! ¡Feliz Navidad! 메리 크리스마스 …

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Very nice Wilkinson, thank you. Merry Christmas to you too

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  6. Miso Sorbel Avatar
    Miso Sorbel

    Happy Christmas Ina – thank you for a great year of your posts and Happy New Year

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Miso Sorbel – my best wishes for Christmas and New Year

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  7. Tom Tom Avatar
    Tom Tom

    Beautifully said. Whether in Christ or not we are all one in humanity. Merry Christmas Ina!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Merry Christmas Tom Tom.

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  8. Spectator Avatar
    Spectator

    Cheers to you and joy to all! I have learned much from your blog, Ina. Thank you and have a happy Christmas and a fantastic New Year.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Spectator, all my best wishes to you too

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  9. Millenia Avatar
    Millenia

    Indeed, Vukovar deserves much, much more. Namaste! Enjoy your Christmas celebrations Ina!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Yes Millenia – I dedicate special prayers for the victim that Vukovar is. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

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  10. Rossco Avatar
    Rossco

    Merry Christmas Ina! Happy New Year and thank you for your tireless pursuit of Croatian truth!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Rossco! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too

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  11. Galverston Avatar
    Galverston

    Marry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Ina and all those who visit your blog!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Hey Galverston – thank you so much. My best wishes coming your way!

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  12. Sussan Avatar
    Sussan

    A time to take a deserved break and energize for a New Year – I wish you every joy and success, Ina. I have enjoyed reading your articles very much and look forward to many more.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Sussan – Merry Christmas and all the best to you and yours

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  13. jasna guy Avatar
    jasna guy

    Thank you for the informative, often difficult, always engaging reporting and commentaries. Merry Christmas and may 2014 bring the peace you so generously wished to all!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Jasna -Merry Christmas to you too and hope your New Year is filled with joy and peace

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  14. Clare Flourish Avatar
    Clare Flourish

    Merry Christmas.

    I wish Croatia well, and more so because I come here. Thank you.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Merry Christmas Clare – wishing you a fantastic New Year

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  15. gpcox Avatar
    gpcox

    May the magic of this season follow you and yours throughout the New Year.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you gpcox and I wish you a wonderful New Year

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  16. Ileana Avatar
    Ileana

    Christmas night holy aside worries and sorrows. Open your heart and gets a touch of blessing that flows over the world tonight!

    Whether this year’s holidays will fill your heart with joy, confidence, hope and love. And Santa will bring the most desired and unexpected gifts and those close to you.
    Merry Christmas

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Merry Christmas Ileana – happy New Year!

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  17. jalal michael sabbagh.http://gravatar.com/jmsabbagh86@gmail.com Avatar
    jalal michael sabbagh.http://gravatar.com/jmsabbagh86@gmail.com

    Wishing you and your a merry Christmas and bright ,happy new year.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Jalal, I wish the same to you and yours

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  18. Mario Budak Avatar
    Mario Budak

    Ina, Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Wealthy New Year to you and your family!

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Mario Budak – I wish you and yours every happiness and joy too. Thank you

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  19. bmiletic Avatar
    bmiletic

    Ina, Merry Xmas!

    Now to get your blood boiling on Boxing Day, check this idiot out…http://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/2013/12/25/creeping-towards-fascism-croatia-tests-european-ideals

    I have responded but OMG– what a sicko!

    cheers,
    Branko

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Merry Christmas to you to Branko. Yes sickos everywhere and to boot the SBS piece comes as from Australia where gay marriage is banned and the writer has the gall to criticise Croatia and call it nationalistic because of referendum on marriage. The hypocrisy is astounding!

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  20. Michael Silovic Avatar
    Michael Silovic

    Ina, I wish for you and your family a happy holiday. While I personally enjoy Christmas and it’s religious meaning I am still saddened with a heavy heart for those who still suffer the loss of a loved one and for the continued angst that many have towards the cowards who are our enemy both in and out of our goverment. Someday I hope that we all can find some inner peace for all of those in our homeland and rejoice on this special occasion. I know that with the strength and courage shown on your blog and from people around the world for our country we will achieve this goal for the heavenly father have blessed us as one united in faith and belief of our beloved Croatia and that the truth will prevail.
    ~ Za Dom Spremni ~

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Michael, Happy holidays and a great New Year to you too. Together we can reduce the sadness that is around, we must prevail – I agree. Za Dom Spremni!

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  21. pastiva Avatar
    pastiva

    Te he premiado al Blog of the 2013, No hay obligación de aceptar, entiendo por completo si no lo haces para, gracias por tener un mínimo de tiempo en ir a mi blog. Para obtener detalles sobre el premio por favor ir http://lossentidosdelavida.wordpress.com, que tengas unas Felices Fiestas y un Año Nuevo próspero.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Pastiva for nominating this blog for Blog of the 2013 Award. I am honoured by your kind gesture and wish you a very happy New Year!

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  22. Nancy Loderick Avatar
    Nancy Loderick

    Hi Ina,

    I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. My wish for you is that this new year be filled with peace and happiness for you.

    Nancy
    P.S. Thanks for the blog follow; it has led me to your blog, which I am now following.

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    1. inavukic Avatar
      inavukic

      Thank you Nancy – Christmas was great! Thank you for following and hope you have an amazing year ahead.

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Hello,

I’m Ina

I was born in Croatia and live Australia. I have been described as a prominent figure known for my contribution to the Croatian and wider societies, particularly in the context of Croatia’s transition from communism to democracy, as well as for my many years of work as a clinical psychologist and Chief Executive Officer of government-funded services for people with disabilities, including mental health services, in Australia. In 1995, the President of the Republic of Croatia awarded me two Medals of Honor, the Homeland War Memorial Medal and the Order of the Croatian Trefoil for her special merits and her contribution to the founding of the Republic of Croatia.  I have been a successful blogger since 2011 and write extensively in the English-language on issues related to Croatian current affairs and democracy, as well as the challenges Croatia faced and still faces in its transition from communism. My goal is to raise awareness of these connections and issues worldwide.

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