Murom on the 12th of July

I was up at 7:15 and did not get the feeling that running here in the morning would be easy. So I spent my time getting to know how to use a new bathroom in Russia. The toilet is always in a room by itself. The sink and tub are in a separate room. This flat had a window from the kitchen to the bathroom and a window from the bathroom to the toilet room. These windows are all high on the wall and not that big, but it was a bit annoying. I shaved and showered with HOT WATER! Lucked out again!

I was provided with compote (fruit drink) at home before going to the Institute for breakfast.

We heard a lecture about the history of Murom, one of the oldest cities in Russia! We watched two videos on Murom, one by professionals and one created by English students.

Lunch was not very exciting - bread and water are the best bet at the Institute. We walked to the river on the hottest day yet in Russia. It felt like it was about 90 degrees Fahrenheit. There was an amusement part there and the imposing statue of Ilya Morametz. Toured the historical museum with many icons and Murom through the ages. The museum was the former house of the inventor of television, at least that's how the Russian story goes.

Dinner at the Institute was fried fish and not very edible for me! At home we watched an American movie: "School of Rock". Irena asked questions about different American sayings and slang. We talked until late. Elena has a lot of questions and takes notes about all my answers. Apparently, she will have a lot of great discussions with her fellow teachers in the fall!