The Second Room

In the room, we see neighbor Albertas, Reginutė’s husband—both of them, like the Samaritans of the courtyard, always together when someone needs help, during celebrations, workdays, or even just to talk—they would always listen, offer encouragement, and quietly be there by your side. Sadly, Albertas, after being unexpectedly diagnosed with a severe, incurable illness, left us—quietly, as if apologizing. His simple, everyday presence, filled with calmness and acceptance of life as it is, left a lingering mark on the hearts of those who knew him. Now, his shadow touches the thread that unites all of us, along with the characters in the rooms, as it chases eternity.

Tomas, the young man playing the accordion, was a frequent guest at the Yard Gallery, a cheerful musician who now lives in the United Kingdom. He sits on an antique column, his gaze turned away from the viewer, seemingly immersed in the music.

The figure turned toward the viewers, staring at a point on the wall, is Vytenis, the author of the painting “Rooms of Secrets.” (Portrait by artist Jūratė Kluonė, 2015).