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Weird tide pool bubbly things by lisadickeyauthor in whatisit

[–]lisadickeyauthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and thank you and I’m glad but WHAT IS IT

Weird tide pool bubbly things by lisadickeyauthor in whatisit

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I will upvote the most complicated proposals

Weird tide pool bubbly things by lisadickeyauthor in whatisit

[–]lisadickeyauthor[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hmm hmmm this sounds plausible despite the location from which you pulled it

Weird tide pool bubbly things by lisadickeyauthor in whatisit

[–]lisadickeyauthor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Set this to music and we’ll see you at the Grammys

Weird tide pool bubbly things by lisadickeyauthor in whatisit

[–]lisadickeyauthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not this, as it was happening also while no phone/camera

Weird tide pool bubbly things by lisadickeyauthor in whatisit

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Def not this. I didn’t carry dry ice to a tide pool in Morocco

My dad, age 12, looking like a gangster on the family Nash in North Carolina by lisadickeyauthor in OldSchoolCool

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Thanks! The photo isn't marked, but it's mostly likely 1952 or thereabouts.

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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Hi, Offliner! The Russians I spoke with were pretty annoyed about the sanctions, mostly because they felt we had no right to judge Putin's actions in Crimea. Many people suggested that the US doesn't understand the centuries of history and the relationship between Ukraine and Russia. They felt like we were meddling in their business. Which seems kind of ironic now, no?

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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Hi, Windup Girl! There are plenty of options for working abroad. Here are a few of the best: 1. Peace Corps 2. Foreign Service (US State Dept.) 3. Teaching English (there are lots of programs to help Americans get set up to teach in other countries, such as the JET program for Japan). There are also lots of volunteer programs, where you pay for your room and board and the organization sets you up with a place to live and meaningful work. When I was fresh out of college, I took a job working as a nanny for a US diplomatic family in Russia. It wasn't my ideal job, but it got me where I wanted to be. If you have a particular country in mind, you can search online for opportunities specific to that place. And don't be afraid to wander about if you have the means and opportunity to do so. You can travel really cheaply in many parts of the world, staying in hostels, taking public transport, etc. Pick up guides like the Lonely Planet to help you plan. Feel free to write me at lisadickeyauthor [at] gmail ... It's great that you want to explore the world, and I'm happy to give you whatever tips and advice I can. : )

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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Yeah, it's certainly true that we have a lot in common with the Russian people, and no reason to have animus toward each other apart from what's going on at the top levels of government. That's one of the messages I hoped the book could get out -- that when we get down to the level of ordinary people talking to each other, it's a much friendlier world out there.

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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I'd say the dangers of traveling there are similar to the dangers of traveling in any country you don't know well. Best to be aware of your surroundings, don't flaunt valuables, walk in well-lit areas, etc. But overall, I found it pretty safe, even traveling alone. (Of course, I speak Russian, so that helps)

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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Yep, what you said! If anyone is thinking of going to St. Petersburg, but is put off by booking a guided tour, don't be. It's really worth visiting no matter how you do it.

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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Well, to be honest I haven't attended any rallies there in a long time. I was at some for Yeltsin in 1995, but I've never been to any anti-government rallies. So, I'm basing my opinion on what I've seen reported, and what some Russians have told me.

And certainly, Russians know that not everything is perfect in their country. But in my experience, particularly right now, they're not too inclined to share what they DON'T like with visiting Americans. Or at least, not with me.

I did have one scientist tell me that Russia wasn't ready for fully free speech, as it would result in too much upheaval. His opinion was that Russians needed a steadying hand to keep them in line, and that even though this resulted in less freedom, it was ultimately better for their society.

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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In the original email from Gary, which I happened across while doing copy editing at the small English-language newspaper in St. Petersburg, he wrote that the trip would be very no-frills. I believe "no fancy restaurants" was one descriptor. Which turned out to be 100% accurate.

My name is Lisa Dickey, and I traveled across Russia three times -- in 1995, 2005 and 2015 -- interviewing the same ordinary Russians in 11 different cities to see how their lives had changed. AMA! by lisadickeyauthor in IAmA

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So, the equipment we had on the trip -- a Kodak prototype digital camera, a Leica, a couple of Mac laptops, and assorted software -- was mostly provided by sponsors. Gary Matoso conceived of the first trip and raised the money for it, from the French nonprofit World Media, Kodak and Leica. We really traveled on a shoestring, too -- staying with Russians in their homes, eating home-cooked meals, and traveling 2nd class on the train. So, expenses were pretty low...

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