October 2001

Irina met John through a Siberian agency after a brief correspondence. John came to her snow-clad city and was fascinated by the beautiful Northern landscape. He was met in the airport by an agency interpreter, a guide and the very one that was the ultimate aim of his voyage - the lovely Irina.

Anticipating the encounter made both of them nervous and excited at the same time. John understood perfectly well that there was some age and cultural difference. Moreover, his ex-wife did something quite disreputable to him when she left him and their three children for another man in a momentary decision.

"It is funny to watch parrots flying around just like sparrows would in my city. Now I am getting used to it but at first it was quite bewildering - I was thinking of catching the bird and taking it back to the owners, as someone had probably lost the beautiful thing :)

"I am really grateful to fate that we found each other. He is so caring and enterprising. Yesterday I found a note attached to the fridge that said Irishka I love you - your playboy :)".

Everyone seems to be happy, but life never stands still. People always have minor or major problems. For example, John decided that it was high time to adopt Irinas son. To complete the paperwork, it is necessary to get the consent of the biological father. Imagine how surprising it was when this biological father demanded an apartment in exchange for this paper. But it is a completely different story

Presented by Anastasia Affiliate " Eva " (Omsk)

Irina and John