The Russian Sisters

When it rains it pours- Anna and Alexandra had to get through tech difficulties which have apparently led to Anna now having a cold. But she made it through in time to avoid a coughing fit! This week, the ladies discuss people wanting to connect with each other and the transition as kids go from wanting to be social to being antisocial. Is it something we, as adults, put on the kids or is it something that happens developmentally? Anna and Alexandra also get into the idea of perceptions being reality...or not and how restorative justice practices can teach kids good skills for understanding a variety of perspectives. We seem to want to be kind as individuals but when faced with unkind people, we, as society, find it appropriate to be mean. Alexandra brings up Matt Richtel and his book, Inspired: Understanding Creativity- A Journey through Art, Science, and the Soul, which discusses how by 4th grade, kids start to lose their creativity and freedom of exploration. Kids start to be more inhibited and cautious. Because laughter is the best medicine for Anna and her cold, the Russian Sisters did not forget to add a STW joke of the day.

Links: Matt Richtel's book: https://www.amazon.com/Inspired-Understanding-Creativity-Journey-Through/dp/00630255[…]=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9052218&hvtargid=pla-1584389601030&psc=1

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Alexandra and Anna go over some of the randomness they experienced this past week from Buddy saying the darnedest things to Anna having to put Bentley down. Alexandra shares about her car leaking, a man getting dressed in public and working through someone reaching out who knew Shawn. Alexandra also chats about her job situation which leads into a good discussion about Quiet Quitting. Stay in your worth and enjoy the STW joke of the day!

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This week Anna and Alexandra attempt to overcome some tech issues this week and after 4 tries are successful! They had a cozy session with 1 microphone, 2 chairs and…no lights. Alexandra forgot to turn them on in anticipation of it getting darker. They dive into Back to School, working longer hours and the unfortunate situation Alexandra may be facing with PK and Kindergarten as Buddy is getting to an age where he can start school. Anna shares how her fatigue has led her to watch Glow Up and Alexandra recalls her one opportunity to work with a makeup artist for a first responders training. Anna chats about a student she is working with who is a Ukrainian refugee and the ladies finish up with a STW joke of the day!

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This week Anna and Alexandra chat about the controversy over SeaWorld, information that is available, educational programs and their experience being there. They provide some additional highlights to their trip to San Diego and the importance of having a miniature pharmacy packed for any trip. Get your groan on with the STW joke of the day. Don't forget to check out their website now that it is officially up-  Therussiansisters.com.

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Alexandra and Anna are back with updates on Alexandra’s mom day madness. She recalls her attempt to get mulch from Home Depot and the temptation to add a bag for free. Anna relays how she inadvertently stole asparagus. Both dive into sharing about their trip to San Diego including Buddy swatting Alexandra’s phone into the Pacific Ocean, a first time park experience for Buddy and spending time with family. Have you had a water bed before? Tune in for the STW joke and see if you can guess the answer!

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This week Alexandra and Anna give an update from their latest trip to wine country. They enjoyed the wine tastings, relaxation and the flora from the area. They chat about what they like to do when flying, especially checking out the newest People magazines. Anna thought a Cosmo quiz would be fun until she actually looked at them and both ladies decided they could not support Cosmo anymore. They get into a discussion about the Victoria Secret documentary on Hulu and how it is time for old, white men to stop dictating what is sexy. They finish up with some updates for why phones are to be in airplane mode on flights and why not to add red dye to sugar water for hummingbirds.

Links: Wine tour Anna and Alexandra took: https://www.platypustours.com

Victoria Secret documentary: Angels and Demons (Trailer)

Airplane mode: https://www.businessinsider.com/phone-airplane-mode-flight-explained-2017-7#:~:text=FCC%20regulations%20ban%20the%20use,cell%20towers%20on%20the%20ground

https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/columnist/cox/2021/01/14/ask-captain-why-must-put-my-phone-airplane-mode-when-flying/4145874001/

Hummingbirds: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/should-i-use-red-food-coloring-in-hummingbird-food/#:~:text=Though%20hummingbirds%20are%20attracted%20to,dyes%20to%20hummingbird%20sugar%20water

https://wildbirdsunlimited.typepad.com/the_zen_birdfeeder/2010/07/top-5-reasons-to-not-use-red-hummingbird-nectar.html 

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This week, Anna starts off with her transition from lovely air conditioned accommodations to the rustic mountains with an outhouse. Who needs an old fashioned flashlight when you can use your phone to access the outhouse? Anna also gives tips on how to handle meeting a bear. Alexandra chats about the fauna and National Geographic moments in her backyard. Other updates include Alexandra being bamboozled and mansplained to after she called out a company for their unethical practices. And still on the summer theme, both Anna and Alexandra chat about how they pack and prep for trips. What are your trip packing hacks?

Links:

Book- Where the Crawdads Sing: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0735219109/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1658337740&sr=8-1

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This week Anna and Alexandra bring some levity after last week’s more serious content. They share about their happenin' Friday night out. It included a happy hour, getting take out and a stroll through Target. Given it's summertime and vacation season, they dive into tips and trips for traveling alone with a child. Alexandra had her first chance to do this recently, which had an interesting ending to the trip. Stay tuned for more summer fun!

Links:

https://esme.com/single-mom-lifestyles/travel-and-leisure/10-tips-for-traveling-with-toddlers-alone

https://www.2houses.com/en/blog/20-useful-tips-for-single-parents-traveling-with-young-children

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After a quick update on Anna’s trip to NYC and Alexandra’s continued summer fun with Buddy, the ladies decide to take the repeal of Roe V Wade head on. They find 3 aspects to the topic that impact discourse: 1) for abortion versus against abortion, 2) having choice, 3) others’ legislating those choices. They are not interested in debating whether or not they agree with abortion, however, they want their listeners to know you are not alone and no one should be able to legislate what to do with your body. Sending love to everyone. <3

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Anna starts us off with a horrifying story about a squirrel. To lighten the mood, Anna then provides some great gift ideas for a 50th anniversary. She is secretly hoping Alexandra gets her a snow globe for surpassing 50 podcast episodes! Alexandra provides a dating update which includes the finality of her break up with Bumble. Since she has given up swiping, she chats about her go to shows, Sudoku and how best to manage electronics in her room. Newer research suggests not having electronics in the bedroom due to the impacts on sleep quality. Don't forget about the STW joke of the day- get on your groan!

Links: https://blog.givingassistant.org/

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