While i have been here i have got to greatly improve my Russian language skills. However i understand that many people here are just now beginning to develop that interest. This must be a completely different way of viewing the trip and i would love to know how everyone has liked the first week. I think that it has been filled with a lot of culture shock. From Richard getting snapped at on the metro to the Russian girls coming to our lobby and hanging out. This first week has been a great insight into Russian culture.