Some guides have no patience for those that do not understand them and act especially rash towards children, no matter how old they are. There are a large number of guides that seem to have so much to share that they use any language, whether it be French, Spanish, or the little English they know, in order to communicate to others, especially students. Although the pushing and shoving may lead a person to believe that Russian s are in a hurry, further observation will manifest a different conclusion. Russian s place great emphasis on their children. Adults often feel that the only fruit of their hardship is their children, who are full of promise and hope.
Parents take great care to allow children to cultivate their talents.
Russian culture places great emphasis on the arts, whether it is literature or ballet. Often authors have more influence than political figures, as in the example of Alexander Pushkin. Authors are revered for their works not only during their lifetimes, but after as well. In important cemeteries, the graves of astronauts, artists, and politicians can all be found lying together. There seems to be a different mentality as far as work is concerned.