As you read in the title, the past few days have been spent in Russia. My mom really wanted to go and just see and come back. We booked a ferry there and a bus tour of the city. By doing this I was able to learn the history of the city and its composition. We do not usually go on tours because as I figured out that it is almost like going to a zoo- just sitting on a bus looking out at the “strange people” exhibits, and getting off to take pictures (which you can find online). We also visited museums (although I can see why people like them). The overnight on the ferry was interesting and a fun experience. I liked walking around the ship and being on a huge structure. The food was very good, and it was nice to have reliable meal times. It was different to be around more outgoing Russians rather than the introverted Finns.
Anyways, I had a lot of fun and it was nice to be near the ocean again.
