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HooptieWagon

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3. I have some russian friends who came here in their 20s...

Reply to jeffrey_pdx (Reply #2)

Mon May 6, 2013, 08:27 PM

May 2013

It was a culture shock, but they were warmly welcomed by local sailing community. They've adapted fairly well. Biggest thrill to them was discovering paper towels and duct tape..."We don't have this in Russia!". Its funny the stuff we take for granted...

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Yes, I think it would be far easier for a toddler to adapt... HooptieWagon May 2013 #1

I worked with a Jordanian man who moved here in his late 20's or early 30's. jeffrey_pdx May 2013 #2

I have some russian friends who came here in their 20s... HooptieWagon May 2013 #3