This is me, Tatiana Tets. I was photographed for my pension certificate. At that time I already never wanted to be photographed just for pleasure. I had changed, and that was not for the better. This photo was taken in Riga in 1981.
In 1984 my brother Grigoriy died. We buried him at the Jewish cemetery. Then my niece and her family emigrated to the USA. There was nobody left with me. My work, friends and books helped me to overcome my loneliness. I also corresponded with my friends living abroad.
I retired in 1986. I stayed at home for some time before I realized that I was missing work and communication. I went to work in the library. I liked the job and my colleagues. I finally retired in the early 1990s, when my health condition did not allow me to continue work.
