LeVar Burton Reads

"Three Roses" by Karmen Špiljak

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Dec 5, 2023
A mysterious pub draws in lost souls on Christmas Eve. Two friends explore the old city market and stumble upon the 'Three Roses' pub. They spend a memorable night bonding with strangers. Tina experiences a unique sensation while tasting hot chocolate. The narrator prepares to say goodbye to Tina and expresses concerns about her going to a pub. The narrator searches for Tina, reflecting on relationships and finding belonging.
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ANECDOTE

Midnight Discovery Of A Hidden Pub

  • Barbara and Tina wander Yubiana on Christmas Eve and discover a hidden pub called Three Roses in a cellar courtyard.
  • Their night inside the pub, filled with strangers and warm drinks, becomes a turning point that changes both of their paths.
INSIGHT

Shared Drink, Different Inner Worlds

  • The pub's drinks create different emotional effects: Tina feels warmth and longing while Barbara mostly senses taste and numbness.
  • This contrast illustrates how the same experience can reveal or hide deep personal needs and vulnerabilities.
ADVICE

Return To Places That Offer Belonging

  • If a place or person offers genuine belonging, consider returning to explore that connection further.
  • Accept invitations that promise warmth when you're at a crossroads about leaving or staying.
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