Yes, I went to the factories today. But that's not the kind of business I am thinking of. I am thinking of . . . the toilet.
1. In homes, there is a separate room for just the toilet, and then one for the sink and tub. It 
actually makes sense. My family was very confused as to why I was taking pictures of the toilet.
actually makes sense. My family was very confused as to why I was taking pictures of the toilet.2. Toilet seats are optional, as is toilet paper. This is true of many places, including the Palace of Culture, where you can see beautiful ballets and listen to brilliant symphonies.
3. And this was the toilet at a musuem that we visited today. Imagine this in a museum in the US - impossible, I think.I know, it seems silly to write about this kind of thing. But when you are talking about the realities of everyday life, this is one that we must consider a few times a day. And it is probably more interesting to you than all the economics I learned today!
2 comments:
Dear Ms. Stegmayer,
I'm glad to hear that you are taking care of business; although that is none of my business.
This is a good cultural insight. The amenities of the post-modern world are ubiquitous in the USA. And when we go on most of our vacations we wish to be treated well, so we go where these same amenities are offered. You are immersed in the real world of Russia. That is far more enlightening. As for me, well I wouldn't have any adjustment to make on this count as I am a cat and I use a litter box.
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Hey Ms. Steg!
Wouldn't that make sense to have a separate room for the toilet, in case someone had to use it while you were in the shower?! Anyway sounds like your learning a lot. Does your host family do a lot of home cooking? If so do you cook with them? What's your favorite russian dish so far?
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