Stories about the life of women in Russia Womaninrussia.com http://womaninrussia.com/ ru Stories about the life of women in Russia Womaninrussia.com DataLife Engine Russian-English dictionary on business correspondence http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=129 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=129 Russian-English dictionary on business correspondence
Ðóññêî-àíãëèéñêèé cëîâàðü ïî äåëîâîé ïåðåïèñêå

1) Ãîñïîäè, ýòî îïÿòü Âû… - Thank you very much for your email.
2) Åñëè äî çàâòðà íå ïðåäîñòàâèòå äîêóìåíòû, ïåíÿéòå íà ñåáÿ. Òóò âàì íå äåòñêèé ñàä. – We will do our best to proceed with your request, however for the best result the documents should reach us not later than tomorrow.
3) Âû ÷èòàòü óìååòå? – You can find this information below.
4) Ñêîëüêî ìîæíî íàïîìèíàòü! – Kind reminder
5) Íåóæåëè òàê ñëîæíî ïîäïèñàòü äîêóìåíò òàì, ãäå íóæíî! – Please, sign in the place marked with yellow sticker]]> Âàëåðèÿ Fri, 04 Nov 2011 19:44:18 +0400 EUROPE. Scary Trend: No Toplessness at Topless Beaches ??? http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=125 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=125 While France and the other Europe is facing a bikini-top backlash and new healthy priorities, Bulgaria is still full of topless girls and women, getting tan on the sandy beaches. What is this – a new wave of Bulgarian feminist struggle or a belated fashion?

EUROPE. Scary Trend: No Toplessness at Topless Beaches ??? The French are credited with many great inventions, such as the bicycle, pasteurization, the barometer and, more recently, the 36-hour work week, but one cultural contribution that rarely makes it into the history books is sunbathing au naturel.
Of course, the French were not the first people to frolic on the beach in a state of semi-undress--the Polynesians after all have been doing it for millennia. But what the French did was popularize it, to make it, as they make so many things, chic.
This laissez-faire attitude towards topless tanning is largely due to French actress Brigitte Bardot, who came to embody (pun intended) the sexy, laid-back spirit of Saint-Tropez on France's Cote d'Azur. In 1952, a two-piece bathing suit that would be considered modest by today's standards was then seen as being controversial, but Bardot and other young starlets such as Ursula Andress would pose for photographers at Cannes wearing the tiniest bikinis imaginable.
By the 1960s, it was common to see starlets tanning topless on the beaches and yachts in and around the Riviera. Today, even though many people still prefer to keep their suits in place, practically every beach along Europe's long Mediterranean coastline is clothing-optional.
With a few exceptions, one place where bikini tops remains firmly in place is the U.S.

American beaches have a tradition of keeping their visitors' best parts covered in skimpy spandex. But are usually clothing-optional European sand-and-surf hot spots following suit by actually wearing swimsuits?
REGULARS on the beaches in St. Tropez have noticed fewer naked breasts this summer than ever before. It looks like going topless has gone out of fashion . Men are whining that everywhere you turn there are no more bare boobs on the beach. This is stunning news considering that topless sunbathing on public beaches got its start at La Voile Rouge beach club in St. Tropez some 40 years ago. Is it because of threats of skin cancer? Or is Europe turning as conservative as the United States?]]> Âàëåðèÿ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:06:08 +0400 in the hallway http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=121 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=121
in the hallway...


in the hallway from Sam...

Virsaviya, I can hear her breath in the long hallway, nearly silent, only a faint echo of the busy ballroom in the distance. Many people enjoying themselves, I followed her here in this dimly lit corridor. Playfully she looked backward, her bare back fading in the darkness of the hallway corner. Briefly the end of her dress fluttered a reflection of light before it was engulfed in darkness.

Quickly I walked after her, into the dark hall. Her breathing louder now, full of excited pleasure. Suddenly as the light left my eyes, her arms wrapped around me. A bit startled I was but quickly I relax when I feel the warmth of her soft hands just under my ears. Her body presses against mine, without thinking my arms take hold of her and pull her tightly, closer against me. I feel her heart beating in her chest, surely she feels mine.]]> Âàëåðèÿ Fri, 14 Oct 2011 01:32:01 +0400 Russians in Bulgaria http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=120 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=120 Russians in Bulgaria
Five centuries subjugated to Ottoman rule and, more recently, four decades locked very firmly behind the Iron Curtain turned Bulgaria into a distant, enigmatic country in the eyes of much of the rest of the world. Images of cheap wine downed at student house parties, budget ski holidays and umbrella-wielding Cold War assassins were once among the popular stereotypes, but Bulgaria today is a vastly different country from what it was even 10 years ago.

A fully paid-up member of NATO and (since 2007) the EU, Bulgaria has the feel of a nation at a very important crossroads. Massive foreign investment has created a construction boom, not just around the larger beach and mountain tourist resorts, but in the cities, too. More tourists than ever are discovering this country and an ever-rising number of foreigners are investing in property here.

Russians also love Bulgaria, and Bulgaria has always loved Russians too. In the center of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, there is a monument to the Russian Tsar Liberator Alexander II. It was erected in honour of Russian Emperor Alexander II who liberated Bulgaria of Ottoman rule during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-78. There are over 400 other monuments to Russians in Bulgaria.]]> Âàëåðèÿ Fri, 23 Sep 2011 02:00:41 +0400 Bulgaria for Russians http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=119 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=119 Bulgaria for Russians
The Russian appetite for foreign real estate is still in its infancy, particularly compared to the overseas buying frenzy among the British. Yet there is every sign that Russian buyers are on the move, aided by a flourishing domestic economy and an ever-widening choice of overseas bargains.
Russians started to buy real estate abroad about a decade ago, beginning in Spain and Cyprus. About five years ago, somewhat tentatively at first, they gravitated towards Bulgaria. Over the few years, however, Bulgaria has been one of three leading target countries for Russians.
Bulgaria for Russians
Russians are drawn to Bulgaria by its climate and the closeness of the two cultures. Both countries are Slavonic and Orthodox with a history, culture and language similar to Russia's. So when Russians come to Bulgaria they feel at home. They also prefer Bulgaria to potential rivals - such as Poland or Serbia - because of its superior climate and relatively lower prices.
Bulgaria for Russians]]> Âàëåðèÿ Sun, 18 Sep 2011 23:45:16 +0400 Masleniza http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=103 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=103 Russia celebrates Masleniza!
Masleniza
From the 28 of February until 6 March this year Russians celebrate their biggest event of the year - Masleniza! So what is Masleniza? You can find the answer in the novels of Lev Tolstoy or in the movie 'The Barber of Siberia' directed by the famous Russian director Nikita Michalkov. If you think that Russians only drink vodka, eat pancakes and stroll around Moscow without destination during this 'butter' week, you are mistaken. Masleniza is the Russian version of the Carnival with an ancient history. Masleniza was the feast of spring, a way to say good bye to the winter and the darkness.

For one week Moscow turns into one of the biggest Carnival metropolis. On Saturday a thousand of tourists participate in the big Masleniza Parade that starts from Red Place and proceeds towards the city center. The program is secret and Russians start preparing the festival one year in advance and it always turns out into something fabulous.]]> Âàëåðèÿ Tue, 15 Mar 2011 23:46:46 +0400 Docks of mush http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=95 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=95 Docks of mush

Docks of mushUmmm… good! – I pondered for a little. – but! Can I go this? – I tried to use as few words as possible, using pigeon English, and showing all my artistic power. I pointed at myself again, then stretched my arm forward, as if I wanted to reach the hotel tower with my hand.
They nodded approvingly again, and added:
- No!
- But why? – I kept going. – I can see the road there!
The woman looked at her man helplessly.
- Danger! – he came to assistance with his broad Thai smile. – Dock! Dock! Mush-mush!
- Oh, thank you! Thank you very much! – my sister suddenly started speaking English.
- Hey, you speak English? – I was quite surprised. - Never known. What’s that you are thanking them for? Did you really get them?
- Sure! – my sister giggled. – let’s go!
I followed her silently.]]> Âàëåðèÿ Sun, 09 Jan 2011 18:26:48 +0400 pictures and imagination http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=94 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=94 pictures and... pictures and imagination



imagination


I wonder if it is even possible to know someone like you, closer than this virtual contraption...
to breathe in the same air.

A fantasy to get caught in your eyes is always ignited, I can look in your eyes in a picture...
but how would they be live?

Like a show, a theater of beauty and it is only you in front of me.

Just a smile, and my concert of emotions continues nonstop!

(from S)
]]> Âàëåðèÿ Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:20:44 +0400 on the beach... http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=92 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=92 on the beach...on the beach...
- Hello! – I heard a pleasant male voice near me some time later.
I opened the eyes and saw a cute young guy squatting opposite me. He was smiling friendly.
- Hello! – he repeated and added something in Greek.
- Sorry, I don’t speak Greek.
- Ok, – said the guy and looked at my sister first, then at me again. – 5 euros. I need 5 euros.
- You need 5 euros?.. – I echoed the guy, as if it could help me to get everything better.
- Yes, for bed, - replied the guy, beaming. – 5 euroes, for bed.
As my sister didn’t speak English, I said to her in Russian:
- He is asking for money, for bed.
- Yes, I can understand “5 euroes” ! – my sister looked at the guy crossly.
- They got mad! These guys in Europe – they got absolutely mad! – she became furious. – They do not want to work at all! Just look! He is so young and strong, and he is begging for money! For 5 euroes!]]> Âàëåðèÿ Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:45:38 +0400 Two beer or not two beer!.. http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=88 http://womaninrussia.com/index.php?newsid=88 Two beer or not two beer!.. FOUR PERSONS

Once travelling about Czech Republic , Prague, my sister and me decided to taste famous czech beer. A small restaurant seemed nice, cozy, and not overcrowded. So in we came. A handsome waitor greeted us warmly.
- Come in, please! What would you like? – he asked.
- Hello! It’s our first visit here, in Prague. We would like to taste good Czech beer. Could you recommend something to us, please?Two beer or not two beer!..
- Oh, yes, sure! – said the smiling waiter, and gave us a menu. Would you like it light or dark? Dark usually contains more alcohol, – he explained.
- Then certainly we want light.
The waiter named the beer, and I seeked for it in the menu.
- But it’s strong, it contains… - I started, showing the line.
- Yes, - the waiter interrupted me. This is dark. What I recommend you is not on the menu now. But if you like, I’ll bring you this beer, it’s light, and really very good.
- Ok, - said I. – beer and risotto then.
- So, - summed up the waiter. – it will be risotto, and two beers, light. Right?.. for 4 persons, – he added after a pause.
My gesture of confirmation froze in the air.]]> Âàëåðèÿ Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:36:41 +0400