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justina_amber

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American expat in Russia

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Lives in novosibirs

Registration: 25 March 2012

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I'm originally from Colorado and found myself here in Novosibirsk. I have had the honor of living and working in several different countries and I have countless stories to tell. I enjoy meeting new people and I really like the Russian language. Although I don't speak that well, I do like listening to Russian music and practicing as much as possible. I guess my other hobby that I also forgot to list is watching really bad movies. I love them. I think that we all need bad movies that cheer us up and make us smile.
Interests: hiking, yoga, reading, russian, writing

My expat journey

usarussia
Novosibirsk, Russia

Since Apr 2013

Novosibirsk, Russia

ESL slave

Colorado, USA

May 2011 - Jun 2013

Colorado, USA

I was born here, and it's my home. It's an amazing and beautiful place.

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justina_amber replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Your experience of culture shock in Russia by Christine

Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Russia. What is ...

justina_amber

For me, the most shocking thing was going to the market, the 'rinok'. Seeing pigs' heads, freshly skinned rabbits and whole, uncleaned fish was more than a little unnerving for me. The smells would stick to you like perfume and ... Read More