But virtually everything in between has disappeared. You can either buy at outrageous prices in the beautiful stores - or dirt cheap illegal import from China at flea street markets. Elections in Russia always go hand in hand with possibility of drastic changes of political course and entire legal base, including financial and business regulations. So it is much more pleasant to look at Moscow and enjoy the scenery rather than discuss not very visible aspects of our life. Scenery of late winter offers all the funny details that make walking in the city a relaxing experience.
Amusement parks are also full on weekends, and balloons are sold even in the snowstorm.
And snow, that same snow we started the story with, makes not just nights looking magic. Strange thing, this story is titled Leaving the snow behind - but it seems impossible to leave it there immediately. Snow also serves as perfect sunshine reflector, so good for first tanning of the season. Parks look like beaches even if the dresses do not remind of bathing-suits. They spell spring and sun anyway.