I visited the capital of Russia / vlog, updates, daily life

[@NikiProshin]

🎧 Get your Space Q45: soundcore.tech/SPAZQV

[@giovanni-ed7zq]

@niki start making plans, or the plans will be made for you if you are too late. someone is said to be going to announce a general mobilization. so start making plans fast.

[@APlusRussian]

Saw that at 13:37... A really sad sight, on many levels 🤦‍♀

[@civzation471]

There will be general mobilization in Ruzzia in couple of days. I think it'll be the end of Putin or at least I hope so.

[@archangel7987]

There are Unconfirmed Reports that after 2359 Moscow Local Time tonight, it will be Illegal for Military Aged Men between the ages of 18-65 to leave Russia and all Territories Occupied by the Russian Federation UNCONFIRMED

[@Anno_Nymouse]

@@civzation471 I don't think that this will be Putin's end. Russia is a police state. Their police receive a pretty good salary in relation of the normal Russian income. They will never allow to overturn Putin and his administration. Putin will fall, when his young generation refuse to fight for autocratic Russian regime. The question is, are young Russians courageous enough to stay their man OR will they do as they told and die in Ukraine.

[@aormonde]

You can work anywhere in the world. Save yourself Niki

[@Tata-hw4qx]

Work doing what ?

[@vijek6435]

@@Tata-hw4qx Any work that's honest. Better than dying in Ukraine for the sake of your old fart dictator.

[@RazorMouth]

@@Tata-hw4qx whatever one wants. Pick what you want to do and go live in a region where lots of jobs in that area exist.

[@howtz4968]

Yes it's finally time to get out of Russia as when Putin announces conscription tomorrow you won't be in a position to leave. Its time to get out now.

[@HerrDrGruselig]

@@howtz4968 Right. But imo an even more important reason is to stop paying taxes to a criminal state of imperialistic murderers.

[@user-pe9qg3hg3k]

I forgot I was watching a vlog... This was incredibly put together, Niki. Really well done.

[@MrGroovy2009]

Niki you're a good person, I hope everything goes well for you. Greetings from Portugal.

[@NikiProshin]

Thank you, and best wishes to you, Filipe 🙏

[@nsry5658]

Do u love Ukraine?

[@brian8410]

@@NikiProshin Enlist in army as a tank turret gunner. Nothing ever happens to those guys Niki. You'll be safe there.

[@elisabethrydeholm4681]

What a wonderful cat café! But I couldn't stay in that hotel even if I got payed, I'm too phobic! Take care of yourself, Niki, stay safe. 🌹

[@aleksandarstavric2226]

@@nsry5658 glory to Ukraine - death to Ukrainian fascists

[@arihahyar4409]

Thanks! I always watch you connect to other KZbinrs - It is like a community.

[@susang4507]

Cool cat cafe! It’s so sweet that you and your sister are hanging out.👍👍💖

[@olderalt.4066]

omg i saw the cats I'm gonna cry. I love cats so much

[@RazorsharpLT]

Well, i hope this kid enjoys being mobilized!

[@NCrdwlf]

That one with the blep tongue 😂

[@derekhogan4163]

This video was a masterclass on vlog dialog, filming, and editing. Very well done.

[@reperpeter]

I'm looking forward to vlogs from the ukrainian front!

[@3dPrint_and_chill]

He's the Russian Casey.

[@trustytrunks315]

Agree. We’ll done Nikki! Your editing attention to detail shows through!

[@chuckclark2009]

Niki, I'm in the east of the United states (New Hampshire). I admire your upbeat attitude and positive outlook. You have a gentle soul so I'm glad you are too old to be conscripted. That would be such a waste. Your command of English is great. I love your travel videos. This video presents Moscow in such a different way that it makes me wants to visit. And loved the cats.

[@Bricameron]

Too old to be conscripted?! You’re kidding, right?

[@Dizle81]

They are not gonna send people like Niki to the frontlines . Russia got 140+ mil people ,they have enough that want to fight.

[@Bricameron]

@@Dizle81 Have you not been paying attention? Literally, the Russians have been making deals with prisoners. Do you really think that they will just give Niki a pass because of whatever?

[@angelarch5352]

The conscription age is going to be raised, and general mobilization called with travel restrictions, if not tomorrow then very soon. And it is a 10 year jail sentence if you refuse to fight, the law just got passed now in Russia. Please Niki get yourself across the border.

[@mrsam0496]

@@angelarch5352 Running away is cowardly. If you need change you have to stay and fight. Imagine if Mandela, Ghandi, Washington ran away....

[@michaelkarczewski9335]

People using subways in Russia respect and keep it clean ,I was impressed ,thank you.

[@XRP747E]

One of your best videos, Nikki. Loved the cats! Thank you.

[@Brat0064]

Nikk, thank you for the tour and for introducing us to your sister. It’s nice you two were able to spend some time together. Loved the cats too.💕

[@robertopreatoni]

I am happy you got your first sponsor, way to go Niki!

[@NikiProshin]

technically it's not the first one, but thank you Roberto!

[@Jo90]

Agreed and well deserved @NikiProschin 👏 Long overdue and may you get many more

[@lordpetrolhead477]

In the U.K. it’s called a military tattoo. The most famous one being the Edinburgh Military Tattoo which takes place during the Edinburgh Festival. The term comes from the early 17th-century Dutch phrase doe den tap toe, a signal sounded by drummers or trumpeters to instruct innkeepers near military garrisons to stop serving beer and for soldiers to return to their barracks and is unrelated to the Tahitian origins of an ink tattoo.

[@wiilli7685]

Interesting. 🤙🇺🇸🇦🇸🇺🇸🇦🇸

[@alexsie3012]

Wow, that’s fascinating. I wonder if it has anything to do with the Napoleonic era?

[@Parawingdelta2]

All the years I've watched the Edinburgh Military Tattoo and didn't know that, although I didn't associate it with the ink thing.

[@brnamed42]

In German it's "Zapfenstreich" and originates literally from the same custom.

[@mathisurien4031]

there is also RIAT the "Royal International Air Tattoo" it's a massive airshow at fairford RAF base in Gloucestershire UK. it's one of if not the biggest annual airshows in the world. it's definitely worth going, i camp out in a nearby field every year so i can spend the whole weekend there.

[@Micro2Macr0]

Please leave Russia while you can Niki.... I don't want to hear that you were forced to the front some day and are no longer with us. The world is better with you in it. Much love from the USA.

[@comdo831]

Where's he going to go? Belarus?

[@jeffreyhanc1711]

@@comdo831 Georgia, Uzbekistan, etc. Anywhere is better than a one-way death sentence to the war in Ukraine.

[@HellerKeller]

@@comdo831 Don’t be dense.

[@annikaukkonen]

@@jeffreyhanc1711 , российская армия уже на последнем издыхании "сражается", все адекватные русские уже не видят смысла продолжать

[@SectorfiveYT]

@@comdo831 Serbia, for example, it's better than russia currently and its in Europe.

[@willatkinson9729]

Hi Niki. Military festivals in the UK are called 'tattoos'. I am not sure why. It is a strange name, and I am British!

[@Cydonius1]

The name “military tattoo” dates back to the 17th century. It is from the phrase “doe den tap toe”, which translates into “turn off the tap”. The phrase refers to a signal made by trumpeters and drummers to announce to in-keepers by military garrisons to stop giving soldiers beers so they can return to the barracks

[@lindyashford7744]

I was going to say it is to do with military music and drums. Also pageantry and bagpipes, the military Tatoo in Edinburgh is very famous for this.

[@willatkinson9729]

@@Cydonius1 thank you for the history lesson!

[@willatkinson9729]

@@lindyashford7744 thank you for the background information. Yes, the Edinburgh tattoo is famous.

[@ratherBeHappy]

Thanks!

[@valnauffts9965]

Fascinating ! I love the idea of the cat cafe ,a wonderful way to help find homes for them while also getting to know the cat a little first ! Thank you for such an interesting channel, safe travels from Canada .

[@c123-i6n]

@Fredrik Larsson We have them in US too. The town I went to school in has one.

[@lifeonground]

run, niki, run!

[@donna9121]

This was such a fun video. I really enjoyed the cat anticafe. The time concept was unusual, something you don't find here in the states. The motel looked really cool. Glad you enjoyed your stay and your visit with your sister.

[@minigiant8998]

that would lose money on me. in one hour i would eat 20 cookies and 5 cups of coffee.

[@markoickle9066]

I bumped into this site, and I am glad I did. You are great Niki!! I'm going to stick around. Gretting's from Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada...

[@artista49]

Hi Niki, I enjoyed this video. It gave me an impression of how Moscow changed since 1979, the last time I was there with a tourist group. I never forget that trip. I wonder if you saw any green ribbons in the city instead of Z. I looked but did not spot any. The cat restaurant is such an admirable concept. Every city should have one. I hope you had a good trip back home.

[@alandickerson3379]

I loved this vlog! Very interesting seeing the scenery in Moscow. And, the very tall skyscraper buildings. Very impressive! That cat cafe' was pretty cool, too! Thank you!!

[@TheMcEwens419]

I wish you the best Niki! I hope you can live a safe life.

[@darthwiizius]

He might be posting from the front line soon if he's not careful.

[@Claggy53]

I heard about the partial mobilisation, and that a full mobilisation maybe on the cards. We also heard the penalty for refusing to serve or for desertion has been increased to 10yrs. If this is true, please ensure the safety of yourself and your family, KZbin can wait.

[@deborahmackie8750]

Mobilization? Leave now or by the sounds of it he will have you in uniform and on the war front. Do not let him risk your life.

[@yungsh0ttalex592]

Ye. I applause the brainwashing. The speech just ended and not a word about mobilization.

[@humanidee118]

No. Z has no need for conscription.

[@mikatimonen5449]

@@humanidee118 Why do you think they made the amendments? If going as planned there would no changes in laws.

[@RonSommar]

@@humanidee118 z is death, z is death...

[@Boont]

Hi just heard that the dates for referendums in occupied ukr.has been moved forward so rus. Can call for general mobilization/ conscription of all citizens because then the areas will be declared russian..

[@judykarey8150]

Hello Niki. Thanks for sharing your journey to Moscow. I think it's beautiful, new and old. Have a great day. !!

[@moors710]

I traveled the Moscow subway in 1975. When I was working as an engineer at Boeing (actually a physicist, but Boeing did not have any titles for scientists) in the 1980's several people were working on a project for noise cancelling headphones. When Boeing cancelled their project most of them went to work at Bose.

[@trustytrunks315]

I had two sets of Bose noise canceling headsets in the 2000s both broke by being squashed in luggage while in the case. Probably Bose has fixed the issue by now, but I’m going to try the ANKER brand. Thanks Nikki!

[@paulkrause4608]

Thank you for showing the Cat Cafe and their unique business of helping cats find homes, plus charge by time not by coffee. The views from the hotel breath taking. The sound canceling headphones, I do the same when I use the subway squeaking and grinding metal horrible noise.

[@liba2866]

Run Niki, run.

[@arianahoule7223]

Fun video. I'm glad you were able to visit with your sister and friends. Sending peace-filled thoughts to everyone.

[@rob-blog]

Here in Canada Niki (Maple Bay, British Columbia) we say "Zed" for the letter "Z". I always enjoy your Vlogs! Thank Q.

[@pjbenton1980]

It is also pronounced zed in the UK, and not zee.

[@rob-blog]

@@pjbenton1980 I thought so. That's what I hear when in Britain.

[@seanrota3359]

Zed in New Zealand.......Zee is more American as in USA

[@rob-blog]

@@seanrota3359 Yes!

[@seanrota3359]

@@rob-blog Queen's English lol

[@emjizone]

6:54 I like the creativity of the architects who designed this, especially the twisted building.

[@macjonald]

I feel so bad for you guys trapped in this situation, thanks for showing us that a good human is a good human, no matter their environment!

[@maelstrom254]

Your countries trapped him and a lot of other good Russians. Because of Visa/Mastercard ban outside of Russia (inside of Russia they work as usual). Putin said thanks for that assistance 👍. More guys to conscript to duty to fight with Ukraine. 🤦‍♂️

[@Fee.1]

@@maelstrom254 you place blame at the wrong doorstep 😑

[@maelstrom254]

@@Fee.1 I know, but you cannot deny that they make things worse for people who don’t support regime (and only for them), and better for Putin 🤷‍♂️

[@bettyhilyer1684]

Just heard of a draft!!!!

[@Fee.1]

@@bettyhilyer1684 and Martial law

[@tonyarellano4194]

Nikki, I enjoy your work, I got the sense that you a very cautious person, from the videos where danger is near you, please stay safe !!!

[@anhalbig]

Thanks for those insights into Russian daily life, helps a lot to understand ! Greetings from Switzerland

[@LawrenceMeisel]

Very well done. Great production quality. Must have taken you a long time to edit.

[@SectorfiveYT]

Aww Cat Cafe is so nice, maybe there's some in my country in Belgrade as well, I already have 9 cats at home xD

[@fractiousperson303]

Maybe you can open the first one. Get a job, cats! ;)

[@marilynhaverly570]

I've never heard of a cat cafe but loved the concept. (Even though I can't call myself a cat lover.) Nice to meet your sister. And that view from your capsule was impressive!

[@Jabberstax]

You can find cat cafes in most western cities.

[@marilynhaverly570]

@@Jabberstax Had no idea.

[@paulesposito5382]

It's always cool to see the world from a native's perspective, very informative as always. I would also like to add a small correction at 16:09. I believe that flag is Qatar. Bahrain has the same shape, but it's white and red.

[@lornamackay4069]

I enjoyed your video a lot, thanks for making it. I love the idea of the cat café! I also like the idea of people writing letters to the soldiers. I imagine it would be nice to hear friendly words if you are away from home for a long time, probably not in very comfortable conditions.

[@maxvonardelean69]

That was good Niki , I loved that capsule Hotel high up in that building

[@chrisbrown8748]

I hope everything works out well for you and your family, Niki. We are living in some truly crazy times and I hope all of this madness ends soon because I’d love to see what your content is like after hostilities finally end.

[@sgill4833]

I went to Moscow in 2018. I had an amazing time! Would love to go back.

[@rlcg37]

Please be safe, Niki!!

[@kr1dfy453]

Full mobilization is about to be announced. Hope you’re ready man. You don’t look like the soldier type.

[@ad_astra468]

Hopefully he can dip before he's trapped into the army

[@m4rsianer]

@@js70371 ok Mister teacher. He can get drafted all the time. But risk gets higher with full mobilization. Because then reservists are Going to war and new conscripts are needed in Russia homeland.

[@mladenivanzlatar5440]

AWESOME VIDEO ! Thanks again Niki for reminding us of our human commonalities. Different nationalities...one humanity !

[@rozi2089]

Loved that cat cafe!!! It was a cool concept of free food and pay for the time spent there. If that was the rules here in America, I would be broke! 😄

[@michaellockhart6632]

$3. per hour to hang out with the cats with free coffee vs. $7. Starbucks coffee to hang out with introvert hackers. Cat cafe is the better deal.

[@rozi2089]

@@michaellockhart6632 Agreed! 😄🐈☕

[@winstonfox4457]

Great blog from a very likable Russian. Thankyou.

[@PortsladeBySea]

Excellent film. Moscow looks much nicer, cleaner and more modern than I had expected. The underground railway looks beautiful. I love the cat cafe 😻☕️🫖🍪😸

[@unhinged251]

Russia isnt a scrub country like is portrayed on western media.

[@NikkiGibson1013]

Niki! Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing. I hope more people in your part of the world starts seeing the "greener side" can spread! Much love, from TX, USA.

[@NikkiGibson1013]

I'm hoping the same for us...yikes!

[@ciscoviking4209]

Ты супер!!! Вот почему мы все тебя любим!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@williamcarter1993]

I hope you stay safe Niki, especially with current news coming out of the region. Do what you can but stay safe and whole above all! Best wishes from America

[@APlusRussian]

Cool premiere, Niki 💙 Enjoyed meeting your sister and am impressed that you can get along with a VARIETY of Russian vloggers 👍 KZbin needs great connectors like you that could be Switzerland for us, viewers ☮️ P.S. Cats at the Cafe were adorable, too 😻

[@mikefixac]

You're a good man Niki, thanks for doing these videos.

[@judysocal8682]

Enjoyed your trip. The capsule hotel reminded me of taking the Amtrak train here in the United States. The cat cafe was fun.

[@mireksandow4962]

You're the first russian vlogger im giving my sub to,Nikolai! Tkanks for your work and staying sane. Best from PL.

[@melissawilliamson8871]

OMG Niki. I ❤️ the cat 🐈 cafe! That's the greatest thing I've ever seen. Will you consider adopting one of the poor cats? They are great companions.

[@crose7412]

@Melissa Williamson Ha, I've seen a cat café in England too - in the town of Bournemouth. Perhaps they're quite common now.

[@davidb5477]

Congratulations to your sister it is so nice you went there to support her and see friends.

[@stephengeorgepotts]

A military Tattoo is a term describing military music. It also is used to describe performances by military bands.

[@marymachado3732]

So glad to see you again, and happy you got to visit your sister. Please stay safe and healthy, love watching your videos and will continue to wish you safe travels

[@casualgamer3689]

I see you met INSIDE RUSSIA. Cool. You both seems like great people. Greetings from Sweden

[@Marco-zt6fz]

Hi Niki, very nice video. awesome view from the Capsul Hotel over Moscow. The Subway Station looks realy very nice. The Cat Coffee is very cool you visit.

[@barrypos55]

Niki....thanks for your great video. It’s really nice to see ordinary Russians doing the same things ordinary British people do. We share the same hopes and dreams for our family and friends. 🇬🇧

[@robertbrennan2268]

Nice video, Niki, at such a dark time....Thanks - from London.

[@Andysalomee]

Hello Nikki! Vi tu documental en español de jubilee, espero que todo mejore por allí! Saludos de Argentina

[@perfekta8236]

I liked how you delicately reminded me about the like and subscription😉

[@Dweller415]

My sister and brother in law have traveled all over the world and St. Petersburg is their favorite city they’ve visited. I’ve wanted to visit Moscow, St. Petersburg and Vladivostok but that likely won’t be possible for many years still.

[@stephharris7577]

Stumbled across your channel today, really interesting!! Thank you😊 the cat cafe is absolutely amazing!!

[@shafur3]

Thank you for the great tour❣️You and your sister are so cute 🤩

[@robertramclam3240]

Your stories are so attractive because you tell them so simply. You definitely have my full attention.

[@debraleesparks]

You need to escape!! Now!! Love Grandma Debbie

[@effie3798]

Time to get out. I know it’s painful, but you are such a joy. Get out while you can.

[@shanetonkin2850]

About the tattoo thing, tattoo is one of those confusing English words that has two totally different meanings. In this case it doesn’t mean a tattoo like you have on your body, but a military tattoo, which is like a performance or display featuring military bands, often from all over the world, where they march and play drums, bagpipes, etc. It is a pretty obscure term really, but they are quite popular in some parts of Europe and Especially the U.K. And great channel by the way, as a westerner today it is so weird to see just how similar Russia is in so many ways.

[@robertholland7558]

Not to mention the sword ⚔️ performance. Would you do that walk?

[@juancarlosmontoya5283]

Awesome video! Reminded me of my trip to Moscow back in 2019. Beautiful city with tons to see. Loved the cat cafe! Such a unique place. Great idea to help these little animals find their forever home :)

[@michelledry9030]

I landed in Moscow in 1976 on an Aeroflot plane with my American high school trip and the quick descent hurt my ear so bad that it resulted in a busted ear drum. Can’t swim to the bottom of the deep end anymore or deep sea dive but the experience was still incredible. How many people visited Russia during the 70’s? Not many. Went to Moscow, Kiev (yes that Kiev) and Leningrad (yes it was called Leningrad not St. Petersburg). Saw Lenin in his tomb but it was a glass room outside of the Kremlin and they hit us with batons if we put our hands in our pockets (it was cold) because it was considered disrespectful but we didn’t know what the problem was!

[@hallqvist77]

I visited Russia in the early 80 s , when I was a kid, Leningrad, Moscow etc. Im from Sweden, not very far from Russia, even have Russian descent like 150 years ago. Anyway, it was a culture chock and I remember there was not very much on the shelfs in the store. Maybe its diffrent nowadays, more modern but I wouldn't visit because I dont want to support Putins regim and visit the country etc. But I do beleive the general Russian person is very nice and goodhearted...

[@izaragoza]

Be safe Niki, please take care. Love from Spain

[@Medievalguy88]

I would be very concerned about aircraft safety more than price of tickets. With sanctions the Russian aircraft can't get replacement parts needed to maintain safety standards.

[@Anna-dj4dg]

Nice interesting vlog! I come from Moscow and got a bit homesick watching you take the metro. I love doing that. Take care, stay safe.

[@Trin978]

SMO isn't going well. Mobilization coming Niki. Leave while you can.

[@innamedlock6775]

Great content Niki! Thank you ❤

[@jackiecorley8942]

They have a few cat cafes in the US too, so fun!

[@LasmaStep]

Cat cafe is amazing! 🐈😊🐈‍⬛ Thanks for showing it! ❤️

[@spacemanonearth]

See Natashia traveled to Georgia and visited Zack like you did recently. This is good, hope she stays there for some time. Again thanks for your videos. Hope Depressed Russian is doing fine, and hope she stayed in S. Petersburg for a stay. She seemed so unhappy in the far east. Be well Niki, and hope things do not change too much in coming weeks. But would still consider schooling overseas if you can. Who knows what the future holds of citizens of Russia, or what Putin may say in his speech, as I do now wish you in any war or operation so to speak. TY

[@EatPraySmoke]

Man from 2k to this.. Congrats Niki

[@shooster5884]

It was a great video... I mean to follow you the way from the airport, the underground, the pod hotel and the cat cafe etc... And to see the prices. That was nice for you to meet up with your sister and friends. What a shame that the government does not have the same friendly attitude... the contrast between Moscow and cities ...across the border ... it's all tragic..

[@sheilaedquist9552]

Very interesting share. I had never heard of a capsule hotel before. The Moscow subway was really astounding. My husband and I are new subscribers and really love your videos. Thankyou so much for sharing your experiences and for keeping viewers updated on what is happening in Russia. Greetings from Canada . Be safe.

[@morechickentacos]

I wish you could just leave Russia Niki, you are one of the very few russian channels i follow and i would hate if something bad happens to you, stay safe please.

[@yungsh0ttalex592]

Ye sure buddy. The speech just ended, they didn’t say a thing about mobilization, continue getting brainwashed.

[@humanidee118]

Why would he need to leave?

[@m4rsianer]

Because army is calling

[@morechickentacos]

@@humanidee118 because of **gesture broadly** everything?!

[@marioelburro1492]

Its his choice at the end of the day. I too follow other russian youtubers who are doing different things from staying, staying somewhere else, or just minding their business.

[@manissahdaud1150]

Amazing and informative content, what a stunning places you let your viewer experience together with you thank you so so much for your hardwork keep it up Nikki ! Much appreciate take care always ,greetings from Singapore💫💫💫👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

[@Brian169016]

How I'd love to visit Moscow, St Petersburg was beautiful but I never got to Moscow. Hopefully I can visit in the future.

[@mavi79]

Im glad I found your channel, I like your variety of videos. I want some day visit Moscow and St Petersburg. Always wanted. Im finnish born in Sweden. Our family roots are from Viborg that belongs now to Russia.

[@paulc2548]

On the other hands, in the US... we are paying about 25% to 30% more of just about everything (except electronic equipments like TVs and computers, and laptops). Like this pack of 48 bottles of water (16.9oz/500ml) from Costco (my favorite store) went from $2.99 to $4.29 within a year. The funny thing is we have stores in the US call "A dollar Store" which sell everything for $1... however, now it is still called "A Dollar Store" but everything is now $1.25 for LOL.

[@ronnienestor]

😊

[@edroms1963]

Great video Niki. I just subscribed. I also subscribe to Zack and Natasha, it's so great to see you all get together. I wish all three of you would move to the states.

[@blue-tb6uv]

Time to pack a suitcase buddy ... get out while you can...

[@llabronco]

This was really an excellent vlog, great work!

[@georgeprout42]

6:56 "Moscow International Business Centre". I laughed so hard at that, beer came out of my nose.

[@Joona.Lukala]

Dont laugh , they can do business with north korea 😂

[@jgriffin282]

Ever heard of BRICS?

[@benjamingrant3441]

Or Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). "International" does not mean the US and its closest allies (almost all indebted and corrupt)

[@dargeo1406]

Omg, love the cat cafe 🐈! It reminds me to visit our local one and maybe adopt some more cats. Thank you for your positive attitude and great reporting. You represent your company in the best possible way. Peace! ❤️🙏

[@cestmoi1262]

Russia has come a long way from what I recall living in East Germany until 1951. We went to West Germany a few months before the wall went up. It is in the past. Let it rest. I am glad to see that life in Russia is modern and up to date. Hopefully you can get this present problem resolved and life can be brighter for all of us. Stay safe!

[@mygirldarby]

Big cities in Russia are modern, but it is not the same in other parts of Russia.

[@rrajcan]

Last two senteces very good! Just my note, until russ citizens are not going to stop this agression, we should not handle Putin like Chamberlain, but like Churchill.

[@jimmychrim9245]

@@mygirldarby same like in America

[@Disorder2312]

"Life in Russia is modern and up to date". Surely you only have to see a few places in Moscow to say such a thing. How wrong you are... Most of Russia is living even worse than in the Soviet Union. For some people, a modern day toilet is considered a luxury. But even in Moscow itself, everything is just made for the show. Like you have seen these scyscrapers were made just a few kilometers away from a massive amount of poor soviet buildings.

[@Disorder2312]

@@mygirldarby Even if the cities look modern, it doesn't mean that the life of people is modern. You all who don't live here have no idea how it is. It isn't like any American or European city at all. Mainly, there is much more hardship in life. It isn't a pleasure to live here, even if it looks modern.

[@Rdimbus]

Thanks Nikki, your enthiuasm is infectuous

[@erezg100]

Save yourself . Escape while you can

[@jamesburroughs4709]

Looks like your going to have to learn how to march pretty soon.