Quote Originally Posted by Dogboy182
I think what they want you to say is как вы поживаете Kak vy (just say vee) Pozhivaete.

And sure! Talk to them. Russian are very nice people, and Europians in general are much more interesting to talk to than americans. I'm sure they will be very delighted to know that you are learning their language.
This thread is quite old, but your response was very helpful. Thank you!