Its interesting to know that if you were born in russia but adopted by parents in another country you qualify for a russian passport.i think its thoughtful of them.makes it easier for adoptive children to be in contact with their birth parents🙂
In our Hindu belief, Lord Krishna's mother is Yashoda, who nursed him and was not his birth mother. We believe that adopted mother or mother who take care and give us values(samskara) is your mother and birth mother may have given u birth but no one can take place of your mother who nurtured you. All the best. Regards to both your parents.
I've been to Russia last year and I am totally in love with the country. It is a beautiful country with nice people. At first I was really scared to go there too because you hear all these stories about Russia and I was really worried about the safety. But it ended up surprising me and is now top 3 of the most favorite countries I have ever visited.. and I've visited quite a few. In Sint Petersburg many people understand English and it is very safe there. There are also many tourists there and it is sooo pretty. I still remember the first time I saw Russia, I couldn't believe that I was actually there, a country I never planned to visit but still ended up going there. I'm glad I did because it changed my whole perspective and how I see things. I still remember my first view of Russia and the moment when I finally set foot on Russian ground, what a great feeling that was. I am so happy I got to go there and see it and experience it for myself. I'm hoping to visit Russia very soon again... with covid and stuff it's kind of difficult to travel nowadays, but hopefully soon I'll be able to again.
Alex, you look so much like your biological dad. As they would say in Russia, «вылитый отец»! So great that you two have connected and established a good relationship. I found it interesting seeing that you also resemble a bit of your adoptive dad. I want to thank you for sharing your story as it inspired me to visit Russia earlier this summer for the first time in 15 years. I hope for an opportunity to visit again very soon. What is your thought on visiting in the winter/fall? From the video I gathered you were there during the colder part of the year? Who do you typically travel with? Greetings from Florida
I feel like he has more connection with his birth dad, than with his adopted parents. He is russian soul in his blood and the ozzy vibe is just too mellow. And it makes sense why he was looking for “where he comes from”, because he could probably feel like he is not part of it himself. Not that it is negative, but it’s just interesting how genetics work and make us seek what we do!
Hi, just stopped to view your video, Your story is fascinating to watch. It is slow, it is gentle, it is restrained and so different from the story told in the book and film "Lion". You are a good storyteller. I like the way you seem to have enriched your personality after meeting your birth parents. You show no bitterness or confusion in the way other adoptees are shown in films. Your birth mother is intriguing. I see a certain sadness in her eyes. There seems to be a lot going on in her life that is not visible in the videos. Your birth father is endearing. I like the way he thanks the couple that adopted you, your Mum and Dad. I would refer to them as your Life Parents - after all they did give you a life. They raised you in a way that made your early challenges in life look simple, uncomplicated and easy to handle. Best wishes to you all.
Your video popped up on my screen last night and I've watched a few, I cried but enjoying all of it. Your looking better as you get older very handsome.
I love this story since it is about real life,and you have handled a complex issue respectfully. As you said life was not easy for your birth mother, and your parents are of course who raised you, but by only proceeding when they were willing look at the growing family you have. Enjoy it all.
All the ingredients for a wonderful story told by a great storyteller! And this story is real. The force of love, and a big heart. You conquered time, space, language barriers, cultural differences, and all the intricacies of past relationships. Your are constructing your own bright future. Congratulations!
My daughter is almost 3 years old,born in China,gonna get her British passport soon,I want to go back to uk,but my wife wants to stay here in China,I’ve been here for 5 years now,just can’t get my head around living here,it’s totally different,love your channel
Your story is beautiful. Your outlook towards the future (or life in general) is so inspiring. Thanks for making a world a better place to live in. I'm a new follower in IG. Kudos.
Alex, I love your story and you are so blessed to have two sets of parents who love you. I wonder how your brother who was adopted with you is doing? You don’t mention him in your videos. Does he just not want to be included. Is he interested in finding his birth parents like you were?
Hi Alex! Love your channel! I was wondering if you’ve had any problems with the military on your trips in Russia? Can you be drafted even though you’re a New Zealand citizen as well?
Hello! I had been able to reach out to some family friends in Russia who speak English which has been helpful. Of course for those people who need a translator can reach out online I’m sure. Though of course there will be many available! Depends on where too. People here have been able to reach out to the adoption agency who knows people who can also translate too. Sorry that I don’t have a direct answer :(
My russian husband said that it could happen that with a russian passport you could be forced to go to the russian army whfn you are in Russia. Please get informed if this could happen. He ssid that this is no fun.
Lol It’s a country of 140+ million people. There are good and bad people there, there are good and bad people in every country. Do you really think they’re these overwhelmingly scary people that you need a short list of “things not to say or do” or you’re done with? 🙈😁
William Clark Russia is a very big country with many people and they’re not all clones of each other! I didn’t mean to sound offensive, if that’s how you took it - sorry! The thing is, there are many ethnicities, religions, regions/republics, experiences. Most importantly, there’s this unfortunate practice of putting the millions of them in a tiny box/deeply generalizing them, so it’s best to stay away from thinking “one size fits all” if you know what I mean. Anyway, have a goodnight/day!
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Maaaan. How does this channel not have 1000000 subs ?
Luban Jirkal it will soon lol
I know!!! I agree 💯 percent! I love ❤️ this channel too! Hello from Michigan USA!
Its interesting to know that if you were born in russia but adopted by parents in another country you qualify for a russian passport.i think its thoughtful of them.makes it easier for adoptive children to be in contact with their birth parents🙂
In our Hindu belief, Lord Krishna's mother is Yashoda, who nursed him and was not his birth mother. We believe that adopted mother or mother who take care and give us values(samskara) is your mother and birth mother may have given u birth but no one can take place of your mother who nurtured you. All the best. Regards to both your parents.
I've been to Russia last year and I am totally in love with the country. It is a beautiful country with nice people. At first I was really scared to go there too because you hear all these stories about Russia and I was really worried about the safety. But it ended up surprising me and is now top 3 of the most favorite countries I have ever visited.. and I've visited quite a few. In Sint Petersburg many people understand English and it is very safe there. There are also many tourists there and it is sooo pretty. I still remember the first time I saw Russia, I couldn't believe that I was actually there, a country I never planned to visit but still ended up going there. I'm glad I did because it changed my whole perspective and how I see things. I still remember my first view of Russia and the moment when I finally set foot on Russian ground, what a great feeling that was. I am so happy I got to go there and see it and experience it for myself. I'm hoping to visit Russia very soon again... with covid and stuff it's kind of difficult to travel nowadays, but hopefully soon I'll be able to again.
You are so well-spoken and articulate.
Alex, you look so much like your biological dad. As they would say in Russia, «вылитый отец»! So great that you two have connected and established a good relationship. I found it interesting seeing that you also resemble a bit of your adoptive dad.
I want to thank you for sharing your story as it inspired me to visit Russia earlier this summer for the first time in 15 years. I hope for an opportunity to visit again very soon. What is your thought on visiting in the winter/fall? From the video I gathered you were there during the colder part of the year?
Who do you typically travel with?
Greetings from Florida
Such a lovely young man you are x
The way you have handled yourself and this is a credit to you god bless xxx
I feel like he has more connection with his birth dad, than with his adopted parents. He is russian soul in his blood and the ozzy vibe is just too mellow. And it makes sense why he was looking for “where he comes from”, because he could probably feel like he is not part of it himself. Not that it is negative, but it’s just interesting how genetics work and make us seek what we do!
You're absolutely correct, very well said speaking from experience
Hi, just stopped to view your video, Your story is fascinating to watch. It is slow, it is gentle, it is restrained and so different from the story told in the book and film "Lion". You are a good storyteller. I like the way you seem to have enriched your personality after meeting your birth parents. You show no bitterness or confusion in the way other adoptees are shown in films. Your birth mother is intriguing. I see a certain sadness in her eyes. There seems to be a lot going on in her life that is not visible in the videos. Your birth father is endearing. I like the way he thanks the couple that adopted you, your Mum and Dad. I would refer to them as your Life Parents - after all they did give you a life. They raised you in a way that made your early challenges in life look simple, uncomplicated and easy to handle. Best wishes to you all.
Your video popped up on my screen last night and I've watched a few, I cried but enjoying all of it. Your looking better as you get older very handsome.
JR G He was always a cutie!
I love this story since it is about real life,and you have handled a complex issue respectfully. As you said life was not easy for your birth mother, and your parents are of course who raised you, but by only proceeding when they were willing look at the growing family you have. Enjoy it all.
Hey i just found my birth mom in Russia and i am so grateful for your videos thanks for posting these.
Спасибо, Алекс, за видео! Удачи!
All the ingredients for a wonderful story told by a great storyteller! And this story is real. The force of love, and a big heart. You conquered time, space, language barriers, cultural differences, and all the intricacies of past relationships. Your are constructing your own bright future. Congratulations!
My daughter is almost 3 years old,born in China,gonna get her British passport soon,I want to go back to uk,but my wife wants to stay here in China,I’ve been here for 5 years now,just can’t get my head around living here,it’s totally different,love your channel
Алекс,ты похож на своего биологичнского отца.Спасибо твоим родителям👏воспитали хорошего сына👍
Excellent story telling, so natural and inspiring. Keep it up Alex. You can be an excellent writer I believe.
Your story is beautiful. Your outlook towards the future (or life in general) is so inspiring. Thanks for making a world a better place to live in. I'm a new follower in IG. Kudos.
Love your videos!! It’s amazing story and I really watching your journey
Alex, I love your story and you are so blessed to have two sets of parents who love you. I wonder how your brother who was adopted with you is doing? You don’t mention him in your videos. Does he just not want to be included. Is he interested in finding his birth parents like you were?
Hi Alex! Love your channel! I was wondering if you’ve had any problems with the military on your trips in Russia? Can you be drafted even though you’re a New Zealand citizen as well?
Do you have any tips on organising a guide and translator Alex?
Hello! I had been able to reach out to some family friends in Russia who speak English which has been helpful. Of course for those people who need a translator can reach out online I’m sure. Though of course there will be many available! Depends on where too. People here have been able to reach out to the adoption agency who knows people who can also translate too. Sorry that I don’t have a direct answer :(
Are you learning Russian at the moment ? If so so how are you finding it, any books or online classes that can help?
Yes I am! I am apart of a Russian language group and I talk to my birth family in Russian too :)
I hope to find my birth mother some day. How did you find yours ?
My russian husband said that it could happen that with a russian passport you could be forced to go to the russian army whfn you are in Russia. Please get informed if this could happen. He ssid that this is no fun.
I have a Russian passport. So no. I’m a citizen legally living abroad with my New Zealand family :)
Can you interview your mom and dad and their experience in adopting you ?
Hello! Yes this is on my channel :) You can see that there :)
What would be your short list of things to not say or do as a tourist in Russia?
Lol It’s a country of 140+ million people. There are good and bad people there, there are good and bad people in every country. Do you really think they’re these overwhelmingly scary people that you need a short list of “things not to say or do” or you’re done with? 🙈😁
You did not understand my question. I'm was concern of making a cultural mistake or talking about something that is taboo in Russian culture.
William Clark Russia is a very big country with many people and they’re not all clones of each other! I didn’t mean to sound offensive, if that’s how you took it - sorry! The thing is, there are many ethnicities, religions, regions/republics, experiences.
Most importantly, there’s this unfortunate practice of putting the millions of them in a tiny box/deeply generalizing them, so it’s best to stay away from thinking “one size fits all” if you know what I mean. Anyway, have a goodnight/day!
@@williamclark6555 Don't whistle indoors, don't keep an empty bottle on the table, take your shoes off inside apartments (at least ask the host if you can keep them). Don't wear a hat indoors. NEVER give an even number of flowers as a gift to a woman (even is for the dead to put on a grave).
@@dddevchonka I am Russian and I wistle indoors and i have never heard anything about the empty bottle on the table
I don't get why can't ppl go on a tourist visa to Russia from New Zeland? Strange
Hello! You can! It’s just a very tricky process :)
You had chubby cheeks then!
Haha kind of yes
I miss the Russian culture very much!
I hope someday I can visit russia...coz I 'm the big fans of mr.president Vladimir Putin 😊😊😊😊😊