A birthday in Viazniki

Yesterday we went to Viazniki to celebrate Ivan's birthday. We had such a wonderful time! In the morning we took a train to Viazniki, then spent the day with the Petrashes and Regina, sledding, eating and talking. Later we went to a big birthday dinner at the church. Afterwards Ivan drove us all the way home.

Julie's Mom wanted a good picture of her daughter in Russia. What do you think?

For Julie's Mom
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At the Viazniki overlook. Yes, she was cold. It was about -20 C.

With the birthday boy
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. . . also at the Viazniki overlook.

Sledding
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That's Raia in the front, then me, then Julie.

Will and Raia
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Julie hitting the bump
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When she gets home she'll post the videos, too. There's one of her screaming down a huge hill with Ivan and some other cute ones of the children.

Jaan the Truck Driver
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He liked the old truck by the hill more than the sledding

(Look at the Cubbies post from a few days ago. I added a photo from Julie's camera.)