Years ago, when I first began blogging,I wrote about the financial collapse of Greece. It turned out that this was a culmination of years of mismanagement. (Isn't it always?)
While in Greece, I have met a lot of people who have told me about how the collapse
affected them personally. The thing that most people don't think about is that things didn't just magically get better when the EU stepped in.
There are now supplies available in stores, but average people are still struggling to meet their daily needs. Many work 2-3 jobs. Others find things to sell and set up on the side of the road, hoping to make some money from passersby. It's a beautiful country with warm, vibrant people, delicious food, and a rich culture. I am so fortunate to have spent time here researching the aftermath of the collapse.
My friend Aris is one of the people with whom I spoke. He has kindly written this article to share his observations. Please give him a warm welcome and feel free to ask questions that will lead to future articles. Daisy
You can't overestimate the value of skills in a barter economy like the one in Venezuela. Those with skills survive, and those without are suffering terribly.
