Update in Moscow

An update to all our friends and family I haven't been able to speak with - I quit my job a few weeks ago! Well, technically, I'm going on leave of absence, but I will be able to be a "Lady of Leisure" these next 20 or so months we have left in Russia!

I am very excited about my new move - and have already taken on new responsibilities within the women's organizations. The girls tease me and say that I can't say "no" to anything. Which still rings true in non-work activities as it did in my working life!

Some of the fun things I have been able to do lately are a backstage tour of the Bolshoi theater, serving on the committee of the AWO 15th annual craft fair where we raised about $40,000 USD for our charity, a pediatric oncology hospital, and hosting International Cooking at my house last minute!

I'm looking forward to getting involved in many more activities, including a group called Understanding Russia - which is basically a Russian history and culture class, a Bible study, and maybe even knitting!

I have also come to realize that the life of an expat means saying goodbye very quickly to new friends! As I've had more time now, I'm getting to know so many wonderful people, and it's truly sad to see them go. But that being said, there are new people showing up all the time, and I love forming new friendships!

Cameron comes home from his trip to the states tomorrow, and I cannot wait to see him! Then we'll be home again in less than a month now. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone stateside!