Hello All,

Just wanted to drop a line and say hello.

I should tell you right away that I think I know 4 russian words
and a phrase or two. Neither of which will allow me to ask where the bathroom is if I find myself in Russia!

With that being said, I am seriously thinking of travelling to Odessa.

Yes, I have been smitten! She knows very little english and I know very little russian. We are both 99.9% sure we are in love with each other.
Our meeting now has been boiled down to a mere formality

However, I cannot just pick up the phone and call her (or can I?) whenever I want. 1, due to time zones and 2 cost

So I am going to attempt to learn Russian and stay in contact with the young lady, whatever it takes.

So for your future help, I thank you all. You will see plenty of posts from me trying to figure out which way is up.

I already have a few books and and a Pimsleur basic Russian CD
so, if i can stick to my studies, I should be ok.

Once again thanks in advance to all who help. If it works out the way we plan, you're all invited to the wedding!!

-Jeff