I ve been reading up on everyday life in Russia.
they say that I would buying day to day for food accessories ect.Vodka can be used like tips.boiling water is strongly recomended,
Gypsy kids will pick on tourists and pick pocket them lol.

gifts to bring chocolate, toys for kids, fine tobacco,hats, army knives.
russia is on differnt voltage so to buy a converter. they re set times for showers and use of the bathrooms?(I understand mornings and not use during day for warm water for the washing of clothing)leave lights on kitchen to avoid cockroaches.
houses are in huge cement buildings like gigantic apartments.and country is nice but you will work very hard if you live there.(isnt all counrty farm life hard lol)

securlylock luggage(obviously) so no one steals from you,avoid train stations and airports. the place is knowen to be safer than new york.
the weather seems like Idaho warm summers,freezing winters.

Im still researching on meals of everyday,common jobs,fun activities that people do on spare time.