March 8th: Women's Day

What is Women's Day? A really big deal here! According to my main source of information, Wikipedia,
"The focus of the celebrations ranges from general celebration of respect, appreciation and love towards women to a celebration for women's economic, political and social achievements. Started as a Socialist political event, the holiday blended in the culture of many countries, primarily Eastern Europe, Russia, and the former Soviet bloc." Gift giving is very important; you should see the "seasonal" section of Ashan (the Ukrainian version of Wal-Mart). It's magnificent: chocolates, pajamas, makeup, plants, tea sets, hair products, pink seahorse boats, etc. This holiday is so big that many business' shut down and there's no school! To embrace Ukrainian culture, we bought chocolates for our language teacher and some earrings from Venice for Anya at Safe Haven.

You should embrace Ukrainian culture too! That means giving some gifts, giving some hugs, washing the dishes, and telling the women in your life that you love and respect them!

Daniel and I have agreed that we have the best Moms ever!

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