Category Archives: Photography

An Unusual Sunday Morning

Posted on January 19, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

Today, January 19, is the Feast of the Epiphany according to the old Julian calendar, which the Orthodox Church in Russia follows.  It is also the day of celebrating the baptism of Jesus – and for that reason, the date … Continue reading →

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New Years Day – Korsakov Revisited

Posted on January 9, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

The first time we drove down to Korsakov, it was the end of September, and a brilliant, sunny autumn day. Now, in the dead of winter, it is an entirely different picture. New Years Day was Sue’s last day of … Continue reading →

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My First Russian Blizzard

Posted on December 21, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

When I arrived in Yuzhno last March, the drifts were four feet tall….at least. I had seen photos of the storm, or at least the aftermath, but didn’t experience more than a few snow flurries.  And, with snow still on … Continue reading →

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Heavy Load

Posted on December 15, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

The snow has been coming down now for two days.  At first it was very light and fluffy, but, with temperatures hovering around zero Celsius, it is getting compacted and very sticky. This bush is just outside my back window. … Continue reading →

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I Am So Lucky…..

Posted on December 13, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

to live in a place where the sun shines……. even in the middle of winter, and on the shortest days….. I am so lucky to live where I can see mountains in the distance – not too close so they … Continue reading →

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On The Road Again

Posted on November 22, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

The end of September, we finally bought a car.                                                                … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts on a Snowy Day

Posted on November 8, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

The thing about having a dog is that you have a friend that is always there for you, patiently waiting for a look or a pat or a friendly word.  Unconditional love. The thing about having a dog is that … Continue reading →

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First Snow Fall

Posted on November 4, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

We woke up November 1st to snow on the ground.  It went away, but was beautiful while it lasted. The clouds were pink across the valley as the sun began to rise. The kids were thrilled to shuffle in the … Continue reading →

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Let’s Go For A Sunday Drive

Posted on October 22, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

Sunday – and David didn’t have to work.  What a treat – especially when he had Saturday free as well.  And with a car now – just three weeks ago, what was to keep us home?  The sun was shining, … Continue reading →

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Gagarin Park Revisited

Posted on October 7, 2013 by kuwaitquilter

On Saturday, I drove David to work, and then Snoopy and I went back to Gagarin Park for our morning walk.  In March and June, that was where we went – along the many paths, in and out, round and … Continue reading →

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