1. Dressing up to go to the store.   Imax Tree / Via stylebistro.com Russians, especially Russians living in cities, love dressing up. For example, a nice dress and some heels are perfect attire for a casual walk. 2. Sitting down for a minute before heading on a trip.   artistryofman.blogspot.com

Hong Kong blogger Betty Ho describes her risky experience of visiting Russia in the coldest time of year. She gives quite reasonable tips and shares some nice photos. General Winter is probably the most successful and brutal General in Russia History (or World History). Charles XII of Sweden,

1. Don’t Show Up Empty Handed If you’re asked to join on a dinner, or even stop by for a visit, don’t show up without anything to offer in return. It’s not always most important what you do bring, but moreso what you don’t. Bringing some chocolates, flowers (no even-numbered flowers, please), or

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