Well, I had some lovely girls visiting. Several Russian students exchanged lives for a week with some Alabama teens. They flew into Atlanta and wanted to stay a few days here. My church offered to house them, and I was able to get 3 girls.
I have enjoyed learning more about their culture and seeing them experiencing America for the first time. These children are from 90 miles north of the Arctic Circle. Chilly! In the 1930's Stalin created a political prison camp; the families stayed. I hear the town is still bleak, without much color.
They have been surprised at our roads, the prices at the mall, our "yucky" food, and how hot it is. 60's weather is their summer- I'm putting on my sweater fearing the coming winter months. I had them last week for a couple nights, and again this week before they went home. A funny comment: one fo the girls showed me her manicured hands and asked if she could "delete" her nail polish. =) Last week, we took them all to the mall and the food court for dinner- they wouldn't eat even Chick-fil-A!!! I was discussing the authentic American food I was going to make- tacos, chicken casserole, or hamburgers. I really can cook up some good grub! =) They turned their nose up at the thought of eating ground beef or chicken. We finally decided I'm make them happy with grilled cheese! How disappointing not to be able to share our yummy cuisine! =)
