You know you're married to a russion woman when...

[Blues Fairy]

Where do you find these gals???    

I'm amazed too.   Some of these pearls sound like relics from 20 yrs ago...

[Misha]

I'm amazed too.   Some of these pearls sound like relics from 20 yrs ago...

More like 200 

[Kuna]

Something I've found wonderful about this thread is that Jet, Gator and several other men have posted things about their wives that I would have posted in almost the exact same way about mine.

It's great to read about the things they have in common - which of course are things developed through environment rather than anything else.

 

[Jet]

Hey Kune there are a few that you beat me too as well  We were just taking turns complaining about the tasteless tomatoes last night at dinner!

A couple more...

You know you're married to a Russian woman when you start to notice the subtle nuances in taste between the different brands of Vodka.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when your wife looks hotter in her "domestic gown" than 85% of the women who dressed up to go out.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when come to grips with the fact that pancakes aren't just for breakfast anymore.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when she wants to be sure she doesn't look fat in her size 2 jeans.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when Victoria's Secret doesn't really have anything as sexy as she was hoping to find 

[ScottinCrimea]

You know you're married to a Russian woman when being out of mayonaise constitutes an emergency that requires a midnight run to the grocery store.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when Eating soup for breakfast seems normal.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when  after an argument, having sex is still an option

You know you're married to a Russian woman when  Your clothes are washed more often than you wear them

You know you're married to a Russian woman when  You have more shoes at your front door than in your closet.

[Ooooops]

I'm amazed too.   Some of these pearls sound like relics from 20 yrs ago...

How to be a Good Wife

The following is from a 1950s Home Economics textbook intended for schoolgirls, teaching how to prepare for married life.

1. Have dinner ready: Plan ahead, even the night before, to have a delicious meal ready - on time. This is a way of letting him know that you have been thinking about him, and are concerned about his needs. Most men are hungry when they come home and the prospects of a good meal are part of the warm welcome needed.

2. Prepare yourself: Take 15 minutes to rest so you will be refreshed when he arrives. Touch up your make-up, put a ribbon in your hair and be fresh looking. He has just been with a lot of work-weary people. Be a little gay and a little more interesting. His boring day may need a lift, and a loving wife waiting at the door for him will be sure to lift his spirits!

3. Clear away the clutter: Make one last trip through the main part of the house just before your husband arrives, gathering up school books, toys, paper, etc. Then run a dust cloth over the tables. Your husband will feel he has reached a haven of rest and order, and the cleaning will give you a lift too. Remember, a tidy home is a happy home. Don't let your husband down!

4. Prepare the children: Take a few minutes to wash the children's hands and faces if they are small, comb their hair, and if necessary, change their clothes. They are his little treasures and he would like to see them playing the part.

5. Minimise the noise: At the time of his arrival, eliminate all noise of washer, dryer or vacuum. Try to encourage the children to be quiet. Greet him with a warm smile and be glad to see him!

6. Some DON'TS: Don't greet him with problems or complaints. Don't complain if he's late for dinner. Count this as minor compared with what he might have gone through that day.

7. Make him comfortable: Have him lean back in a comfortable chair or suggest he lie down in the bedroom. Have a cool or warm drink ready for him. Arrange his pillow and offer to take off his shoes. Speak in a low, soft, soothing and pleasant voice. Allow him to relax and unwind! He does work much harder than you do, and you should reward him accordingly.

8. Listen to him: You may have a dozen things to tell him, but the moment of his arrival is not the time. Let him talk first. Wives often swap gossip and rumours, and he is unlikely to be concerned with such silly tittle-tattle. You should never distract his attention from the important things in life.

9. Make the evening his: Never complain if he does not take you out to dinner or to other places of entertainment; instead try to understand his world of strain and pressure and his need to be home and relax. Asking to be taken out would be selfish, after all.

10. The Goal: Try to make your home a place of peace and order where your husband can relax. Also make sure that the home is a place where he is sure to be loved, cared for and pampered in every possible way. So don't forget to put the children to bed early and have some time together occasionally!

11. A good wife always knows her place!

 

[VetteGuy]

You know you're married to a Ukrainian woman when she tells you the ceiling fan is going to make her sick.

[lucky_wife]

this topic is sooo funny
i like it

[VetteGuy]

You know you're married to a Ukrainian woman when all your pets names have to be Russian or Ukrainian.

[Gator]

I know I' m married to AM if a I see shoes on the bed.
Hate it!

It is so obvious that the RW at RWD need to start a thread, "You know you are married to a Western Man when..."

It would be enlightening.

[Jumper]

It is so obvious that the RW at RWD need to start a thread, "You know you are married to a Western Man when..."

It would be enlightening.

exactly.

ladies?

[I/O]

You know you're married to a RW when honey, nuts, cheese and fresh bread are considered food staples (AND dark chocolate!  How could I forget that?)

Exactly...!!!

You know you're married to a RW when....... you take one of those lazy evening drives around the outskirts of the city and stop to look at any small animal which happens to appear.............And chase it all over with the camera.

You know you're married to a RW when.......you are always late wherever you go.

I/O

[steviej]

Hello Folks! I just joined this forum, but I've been married to my RW for 5 great years This thread is just hilarious !! I can't tell you how much I've enjoyed it. So many of these affectionate observations and experiences are the same as I've had. Well, here's just a couple more ...

You know you're married to a Russion woman when...
You're back at the toyota dealer explaining that the "leather package" you bought for the seats isn't really leather except on the front face of the seat (did you know that? I didn't, but she could tell immediately what's real and what isn't), and therefore you paid too much for it and you should get a rebate (and you know what, we did!!)

You know you're married to a Russian woman when...
Someone wonderful is kissing your face all over and calling you little pet names in Russian that you have no idea what they mean, but you never want it to end ...

You know you're married to a Russian woman when...
The precision of digital time is of no further use to you

[Blues Fairy]

It is so obvious that the RW at RWD need to start a thread, "You know you are married to a Western Man when..."

...when you know more quotes from Obama than Medvedev;
...when you don't fidget with impatience if your guy drives ONLY 75 mph and never changes lanes;
...when your borshch is eaten with a handful or CRACKERS crushed into it;
...when it's easier to just say it in English than search for an adequate equivalent in Russian;
...when you suddenly find yourself in internal conflict over whether you really have to spend $250 on these shoes;
...when your designer heels brought from Moscow gather a thick layer of dust.  

[Jumper]

Blues Fairy said

when your borshch is eaten with a handful or CRACKERS crushed into it;

bahahahahaha!

very very guilty as charged!!!!!!


i knew some good ones would come out of a RW thread on western men.
and yes i do like borscth..with sour cream (and crackers lol)
and surlanka ..

 and while i like many russian dishes,,  like taz, i can do without the holadei'tz (the meat jello  in taz's report )


That said-

you know you are married to a RW.... when pretty much anything is considered edible, or at least the possibilty exists that it "might" be tasty...


 

[Ronnie]

...when you know more quotes from Obama than Medvedev;
...when you don't fidget with impatience if your guy drives ONLY 75 mph and never changes lanes;
...when your borshch is eaten with a handful or CRACKERS crushed into it;
...when it's easier to just say it in English than search for an adequate equivalent in Russian;
...when you suddenly find yourself in internal conflict over whether you really have to spend $250 on these shoes;
...when your designer heels brought from Moscow gather a thick layer of dust.  

Medvedev vs Obama?  No problem..quoting one is quoting both.

75 mph?  He simply understands the relationship between aerodynamic drag and fuel consumption.  He should be down to 60 mph by the time gasoline hits 6 bucks.  Get used to it, babe!


Borshch with crackers?  Y'mean like with tomato soup?  Oh man, I just finished mine when I read this!  I coulda...  :selfharm:


English is more expressive than Russian?...wow! confession! 


Buy the shoes! At the rate the dollar is losing value, they'll be $500 next year.  :usdeyes:


Dust in your home?  And you call yourself a Russian woman!!? 

Bluesy, would love to hear some of your music.  Have you posted any somewhere on the net?

[Ronnie]

you know you are married to a RW.... when pretty much anything is considered edible, or at least the possibilty exists that it "might" be tasty...

AJ, I can't believe your wife and mine are from the same city.  Haven't you heard the word "Fooooo!" ?

Also, I'm sure you know that ice cream is very "tasty" but it will always be responsible when she gets a sore throat.

[Jumper]

ronnie lol foooo!

you know you are married to a RW..
when cleaning the house could be a serious olympic sport...
and a continous level of hospital cleaning as well as busts of recreational cleaning
(seems to be just for fun) are always ongoing...

[Ronnie]

Oh yes, Short shorts and a loose tank top accessorized with a pair of stunning yellow rubber gloves!

[steviej]

Also, I'm sure you know that ice cream is very "tasty" but it will always be responsible when she gets a sore throat.

Ronnie, that's so funny ! My wife always says that cold drinks give you a sore throat. I don't ever drink anything cold anymore, room temperature water, no coke ... Actually I've come to prefer it. Whenever we are in a restaurant, I have a special "manly" duty to make sure the waiter brings us room temperature water with no ice - sacred responsibility!

[Kuna]

 


Ice cream causes sore throats... BUT while we were out house hunting today I was told, "I have a head ache, maybe we should stop for Baskin and Robbins to make it go away".

Yes, darling, I forgot icecream makes headaches go away... 

 

[I/O]

You know you're married to a Russian woman when...you arrive home to see the contents of a parcel strewn all over the house which resembles something like "Christams in June".........and then you notice some Russian post marks on the box.

You know you're married to a Russian woman when...when 7/8ths of your salad is cooked.

I/O

[steviej]

You know you're married to a russion woman when...

At every event you attend, everyone is asking you within 5 min. of meeting you, " ... so how did you guys meet ?"

[Ooooops]

It is so obvious that the RW at RWD need to start a thread, "You know you are married to a Western Man when..."

You know you are married to a Western Man when...

... your Xmass tree goes up after Turkey Day but!.. still doesn't go down till Old New Year!   

[UTRO]

You know you're married to a Russian woman when.... She checks the Numbers on the Bus Transfer Stubs to see if they're Lucky!