I have been living in the States for a long time. Upon arrival, many things seemed unusual to me, not like ours. However, very soon I got used to it, and without some things I can't imagine my life at all. It seems that it has been like this all my life ...

We've been in the States for several years now, and today—on Easter Day—I want to share with you some of the differences between our celebrations and those in the US. And they're not just about the different dates. 1. Easter cakes on the table...

The most popular party format in America is potlak. Everyone who comes brings one or two dishes to suit their taste, everything is placed on a common table and the result is a varied menu. I often go to such events (and often myself...

Agree that celebrating a birthday as an adult is not as fun as it was as a child. Firstly, age is only increasing, and secondly, all this rigmarole with guests and treats is usually so tiring (especially for a female birthday boy) that sometimes there are no gifts...

I often receive questions about American housing. You all probably watch films where they show houses that are not surrounded by fences, which greatly surprises our compatriots. How so? This is true? - subscribers write to me. Yes, Hollywood often goes too far and exaggerates some...

There is a widespread opinion among our compatriots that Americans are not very picky about food, and when you come to the USA, you should not expect to try any culinary delights. Let me tell you that this opinion is clearly not without reason. The USA is not Italy, for sure,…

America is a colorful country, especially when it comes to laws. Sometimes actions that are completely familiar to residents of post-Soviet countries may be prohibited in some US states or even throughout the country, writes Alexandra Ukrainko in her blog Between New York and Boston. ForumDaily publishes material...

Just as we are surprised by the orders and traditions in America, so Americans look at us as if under a microscope and note differences in everyday life and habits. Our family has been living in America for several years, and American friends do not miss the opportunity to talk about our -...

Ask for a pen or pencil - what could be easier! This is what we taught at school: “Give me a pen (a pencil) please.” Using this simple phrase as an example, I want to show how sometimes the academic differs from the real...

The American Dream is an expression that has taken root both in the United States and outside this country, so many people dream of immigrating to America and realizing this very dream. At the same time, potential immigrants often have little idea of ​​what awaits them in the new country...