The real trick to learning Russian?… it’s probably memorizing Pushkin. 🤣 Pretty much all Russian speakers know a few lines. Even dating TV shows ask contestants to recite Pushkin’s poems! Just as important as remembering his famous words, though, is … Read More
Several months ago I saw an interesting Instagram post written by a Russian teacher. Her main point was this: following Russian teachers on Instagram is not a good way to improve your Russian. Instead, you should follow people living out … Read More
Here is a piece of the past: In fact, this entire month will be about the past. While we’re in the US, I’ll have time to share lots of interesting photos from the past year with you, ура! Back to … Read More
We’ve said goodbye to Russia for the summer- пока!– and landed back in the US. New discovery: did you know that you can special order meals on Aeroflot for no extra cost? The standard meals are pretty good but I … Read More
New loves from the past 11 months… Best Skincare: Natura Siberica I adore these products! The local store is a calm oasis in a busy mall, the packaging is fun and descriptive, and what’s inside the bottle does exactly what … Read More
It’s time for another round of what language is that? As seen on the streets of Chelyabinsk: words like овердрафт, кэшбэк, аутсорсинг, коворкинг, инвайтинг, and минивэны have recently appeared on ads all over the city. Тhen there’s this t-shirt that … Read More
How much do groceries cost in Russia? Here’s what I paid this morning (rubles -> USD) at a local supermarket. This wasn’t quite a regular grocery trip. I just went to get cat food and, well, you know how it … Read More
One thing I really like about Russia? The meals. Take me to any grocery store and I’m instantly happy. (Well, unless we’re standing in The Aisle of Despairing Fruit & Neglected Vegetables… then I’ll start crying.) Since moving here, my … Read More
Looking for something new to read? Here are some ideas for your reading list (or perhaps some books to avoid, haha)… Interesting Finds at the Bookstore Not sure I want to read this book but I’ll definitely save the … Read More
Mail day! 🙂 My friend from Yakutsk visited St. Petersburg and sent a big envelope full of souvenirs! I treasure everything she included and want to share the photos with you… She also included, as usual, a beautiful card written … Read More