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Is the American Dream Dead?

Well, that’s what Pravda would tell you and I am sure there are American citizens that feel the same. But is it really dead?
Sorry to be off topic today - but no, it is not dead. Maybe you think I am in denial? I don’t think so. There is still more opportunities available in the [...]

Finally, A New Post!

Wow, it’s been a while since I have posted! But it’s definitely time to write something.
So many things have happened since my father-in-law passed away in April that have kept me busy. But to help celebrate this new posting, I have to admit I am a bit on the tipsy side.
A gentleman contacted me earlier [...]

In Loving Memory of Valentin Artemov 1933 - 2008

My Father-in-law passed away Thursday morning. We had his funeral today and I gave the eulogy for him. Unfortunately, he had only been in the USA for a month. But he was able to spend his final month with his daughter and granddaughter. I think this was his driving force to getting to the USA [...]

The Wife’s Parents

The wife is off to Russia this week. Her parents have been evicted from Russia for being capitalists. The KGB came to their house and gave them 30 days notice to get out of the country or be thrown into the gulag…
Ok, maybe not, but they are coming to the USA to live. They have [...]

Winter Blues

Wow, I am tired of winter. We’ve had a couple nice days recently and it really makes you want spring to come a bit sooner. Glad I don’t live in Russia!
My in-laws will be here soon. My wife will meet them in Ekaterinburg next month and fly back with them. She is getting exited for [...]