He is a student of the Russian language and has been to the Soviet Union twice, once to study Russian and once to participate in the World Festival of Youth and Students. Here he shares with us an experience from his first trip. This was first printed in the Bernal Journal, and is reprinted with permission. Boris was one of the few men I met and talked much with in Moscow. He is probably in his early '40s, though he looks much younger.
Shopping is generally limited to non-Soviets.
Though I was not interested in any illegal or quasi-illegal activities, I was eager to do a favor for the people who had been so kind to me. I had been uncertain as to whether I would recognize Tania since people look a lot alike when covered up with gloves, heavy coats,and hoods or fur caps. However, I knew I would be easy to pick out. Fortunately, it had a working heater. Boris had me put the seat belt across me but told me I didn't need to buckle it.