July 2007 – Page 3

Orthodox Churches

Are still the most beautiful places of worship in the world, as far as I’m concerned. They radiate warmth. As critical as I am of the religious establishment, I can give credit where credit is due. There’s a fairly new church in my neighbourhood, in Ostrovskii Park, with bright blue cupolas. So much work went intoContinue reading “Orthodox Churches”

I’m glad Sochi won

And may all would-be terrorists go to hell.

There’s nothing like…

… Seeing a chartered bus full of middle-aged British males pressing on toward Kyiv from the border. Especially when said middle-aged British males start leering at you at a gas station. Leering and muttering, none too quietly either, because anyone who has stepped out of a car with Kyiv plates will obviously not speak any English.Continue reading “There’s nothing like…”