Pretty russian woman
So far in this series of posts, we’ve discussed a wide range of topics, from avoiding scams to what a Russian or Eastern European bride is looking for in a husband abroad. This time, I want to discuss what it is like to have a Russian bride come to your home country and spend the rest of your lives together. It brings up a lot of questions (and some myths) that I want to address.
The first myth I want to dispel is that “Russian girls don’t speak English.” Not true. The Russian education system—and this is true for practically any former Soviet state—includes a compulsory 7 years of English education. Consider that any Russian lady you meet who is a university graduate (and most are) has had another 3 years. Of course in practical terms, this doesn’t mean that she is going to be fluent. More than likely, a Russian woman with nothing more than the base English education can read adequately, write somewhat understandable messages, but has nearly zero practice actually speaking. The words are inside her, but she’ll need a patient and loving man to bring them out! Dating a Russian woman from a big city often means she has had at least some practice. In any case, you’ll find out immediately when you start corresponding with your future Russian bride!
Russian singles, and therefore Russian brides, are very honest and sincere by nature. Marriage is taken seriously, and when a Russian woman decides to marry, she puts her whole heart into it. If a Russian bride is looking for a husband abroad, she will not settle for the first man who sends her an e-mail message or flowers. You will have to get on a plane and go there to meet her. (Incidentally, if a Russian single is willing to come marry you without meeting you first, beware of a scam.)
It has been said that Russian brides value a man’s financial stability. This is certainly true, but not any more so than any other bride. What is more important is love. In Russia, as in many places, love is something that people understand grows with time. “Love at first sight” certainly happens, but it is not the only way. Your love with a Russian bride can grow in many ways. It takes time to get used to each other’s habits and customs. There are many ways to do so. Take, for example, meals. Russian brides are outstanding cooks, and prefer home cooking to greasy fast-food restaurants. While it may take time for both of you to learn to appreciate the food of either culture, it is a time of relaxation, communication and enjoyment. Like any woman, Russian ladies love compliments, and nothing is sweeter than the compliment of a loving husband.
A Russian bride will also want to make a real “home” out of your current apartment or house. My suggestion is to give her some leeway here. A Russian bride can add a really welcoming feminine touch to your home, and the process will make her feel more tied to the place and to you. At first, all Russian brides are destined to be housewives until they can obtain a work visa. In some marriages, both are content this way, while in others, a Russian woman will want to begin working as well. In either case, a Russian woman wants to feel proud of her husband. This means that she expects you to be good at whatever you do, and will share pride in your accomplishments. She expects you to be dedicated to her and your family, and be the gentlemen she dreamed of when she first began corresponding with you. If you are able to show her the respect she deserves, you are certain to be rewarded with love, devotion and happiness that will last your entire life.
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