I went to a Russian Orthodox monastery this weekend. It was kind of awesome. I really enjoyed seeing all the history and architecture there. But the churches themselves were pretty eerie; I didn't really enjoy that part.
Probably my favorite part of the whole trip to Сергиев Посад (Sergiev Posad) was the markets and stands set up outside the entrance. I got a TON of stuff for way cheap. Most of the stuff I bought was from this tiny babushka with a little table full of every Russian trinket you can think of. Matryoshka dolls, lacquer boxes, fur hats... you name it. Nothing priced over 100 roubles (about $3.25). I had hit the mother load. Though, I did end up spending a LOT more than I originally intended to. When stuff is that cheap, you don't really realize how much a handful of loot is going to put you out. Sneaky babushka...
Later, on the metro ride home, some guy pulled a gun on us. No big deal.
Actually, BIG DEAL. It was pretty scary. But I guess he was just messing around with some other people on the metro. No one was hurt, and the guy got off at the next stop. No reason to freak out or insist to be transfered home early. But still. The whole experience ruffled my feathers a little bit.
Well, I'm off to Ukraine for the weekend! I promise I'll have lots more to say when I get back. (AND PICTURES!)
Peace, lovers :)
We are following your endeavors. I'm jealous Caela, you know how much your mom loves a GOOD deal at a flee market .... Ha Ha. We're excited to see the pics from your trip to the Ukraine.
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Hey. I forgot to comment on the guy on the bus. WHAT!!
ReplyDeleteyeah, the guy on the bus was crazy. but it's okay, nothing went down. and i love getting a good deal, too. but i spent wayyyyyy too much money :( any chance you could make a deposit at wells fargo anytime soon? i'm going to ukraine TONIGHT! and i wanted to call this morning, but the internet at my friend's apartment is down, and the internet at my apartment only works on their desktop. there's no wi fi. but i miss you all! i will take lots of pictures in ukraine for you! i can't wait to talk to you again. MUCH LOVE!!
ReplyDeleteThe next day after our conversation I went to Wells Fargo. They have a policy of no transactions without an account number. I put your birthday $$ into your verity account. We all miss you so much, but are so happy you are going on all these cool field-trips. We sent you a care package last Friday, I hope it arrives soon. We all wrote you notes even daddy. Thats worth the wait. LOVE YOU safe travels.
ReplyDeleteI love you all so much. I can't wait to get your package. Thank you for your love and support. Give my best to everyone!! :)
ReplyDeleteGive our best to your host family. We are so proud of you, and can't wait to read your next entry.LOVE YOU SOOOO MUCH.
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