My Ordinary Life in Siberia, Russia 🇷🇺 Slow December…
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2025
- Hi friends,
In this video I’m continuing sharing my daily live in Novosibirsk, Russia. 🇷🇺 As an introvert and a single mom of 2 sons on my journey of healing from anxiety. Im sharing my slow daily routine. Cooking, grocery shopping etc.
In this episode i’m REALLY cooking and grocery shopping a lot. And attempting to bake as well 😊 Well, I tried … 😅
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@@nastya_in_siberia I wish I could I am hardly working and down to my last bit of money which is less than 10. Or I would. I watch you Everytime you come on..
I wonder, why this “New York” t-shirt? That's not very dignified of you, I'm sorry to say but that's how it is.
How can you live without worries, knowing that your country is waging an occupation war against Ukraine?
Why? You are already rich.
I don't know if you like to try it, but I put a thin layer of Vaseline on my nose/cheeks/lips before I go outside when it snows or is windy. It gives protection and won't look shiny when it goes into the pores.
Marilyn Monroe used to put Vaseline on her face to keep it very moisturized. It's cheap and works for me.
Nastya, it is clear you are healing. this makes me so happy. My mum, also russian, also started her life over as a single mum with two little kids about the same ages as yours. She is so happy and so free now. It take time, but the seeds your planting now will blossom into the biggest garden you cant even imagine xxx
Hi ! British cousin “,…here in the U. S., “mum”,means,to be,’keep’, quiet,…we use,”mom” for mother….ha ha!
Greetings from Wisconsin you are geourgius angel and I pray for you guys be strong and safe and warm
Where do you get your money. You eat better than I do.lol
@@micaltoy824 She has said, in the one video I've seen so far as I just discovered her yesterday, that she does TH-cam full time these days. I haven't watched this video yet.
“He needed a certain toy urgently.” I love it. Miss those days with our boys ❤
I suffer from anxiety, and your videos have a beautiful calming influence for me 💖💖💖 thank you for posting …I enjoy them very much …from Illinois, USA 💖💖💖🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💖💖💖
I’ve never seen such beautiful dried apricots. They look so natural without preservatives ❤
Los venden en cualquier sitio, solo hay que buscarlos
@@carollgelrud9034 its almost impossible to find things without perservatives in the US.
Your brownies looks a good consistency, be aware that sometimes we buy self raising flour, and sometimes plain flour which doesn't have baking soda or a raising agent. I am not sure how flour is sold in Siberia but that is something to check when using recipes from overseas. I asked one of my daughters about baking and according to her if you work the dough too much the gluten strengthens and makes cookies and scones chewy rather than crumbly. My mum who was 97 when she passed away last year adhered to this when making her scones (without knowing the technical reason) and they were light and fluffy. There are sites where they will give you measure equivalents. I have one on the back of a cupboard for reminding me what gas numbers mean in terms of temperature. Your diet is doing wonders for you, as you're looking so much better. A peeler would be a good addition to your kitchen, much safer. Do you read much? Who are your favourite authors? You are obviously very clever so which subjects interest you? By the way I was envious of your younger kids blow up sleigh....no more dragging a heavy wooden sledge up a hill. Still got a month but merry Christmas when it does come.
I remember slowly adding the tools to my kitchen as I could. Your brownies looked very good . I don't think you give yourself enough credit for your cooking skills. Great video.
One of my favorite parts of my week, is spending time with YOU, watching your videos. 💖
You are THE GREATEST Mom to your 2 boys!
I just found your channel about a month ago. You should be proud of your home. You took such a disaster that most people would not even look at and made it into a home for you and your boys. You are such a good mother. Be proud and I hope with this channel you can buy what you need for your family.
I grew up somewhere rather northward in Canada, not as far north as you, but still fairly northern, and whenever I see videos of northern Russia/Siberia, it reminds me so much of where I grew up. Similar trees, plants, landscape, lighting in the winter, food available in the grocery stores. Even many of the building styles look similar. I just find it interesting how people can live on the other side of the globe from one another, but if you are generally on the same longitude, things can look quite familiar.
I grew up on Kapuskasing. Pretty far north. Similar terrain as Siberia.
I enjoy seeing what life in Siberia looks like. Thank you.
This is so different from how Russia is usually portrayed here in the states. What a beautiful and colorful country! I'm so interested in this! ❤❤
Cheers to ordinary life 🍻
The scarf looks beautiful on you!
Stay cozy & warm ☀️
I agree! This muted pink color really flatters her complexion! 😊
I love the effort!
those animals your son made were great
Yes, they are absolutely amazing! 😍
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I love when you share , maybe ordinary but seems so peaceful and beautiful ❤ love from the states 🫶🏼
Thanks
I'm 62 and i can say, having the right tools for cooking and baking can make all the difference. Buy a scale. They're not expensive at all. Buy measuring cups (dry and liquid), and measuring spoons. A big glass or Pyrex mixing bowl should last years. One thing to remember, when BAKING, accurate measurements/weights are a must. Good luck, I watch your channel every week. 😊💖
I kept yelling at the screen when I saw her using a regular spoon for measuring tablespoons! Lol
P.S. brownies aren’t supposed to raise much and brownies are normally WAY too sweet. If it’s not sweet enough then it’s not a brownie, probably just cake
and potato pealer :D
All of these above. Baking is scientific so accuracy is important when first starting out. With experience you learn how to change some things so it works but to start with, it pays to be accurate. A digital scale is a must. Also, if you invest in a really good peeler, you will save in the long run as you will not discard so much and will last forever. P.s. glad you have a new knife. 😊
No measuring cups needed with the metric system.Just a scale and every bowl, cup... will work. European scales are able to measure gram and (milli)liter and have a tare button.
Thank you for your videos. I enjoy every minute of them.
It’s shocking how Russia looks so much like Romania and viceversa. Whenever I watch your videos it feels like they’ve been filmed right here in my town 😻
Меня всегда Шокируют подобные комментарии😊. Мы все живем на одной планете...
Romania Post soviet Country.. What Shocking?
And Czech republic. I guess all the east Europe looks similar😊
@@cross_stich_happy_alena9035My thoughts exactly!
@@cross_stich_happy_alena9035 they do 🙂
Ой, мой любимый Новосиб. ❤❤❤ Спасибо за видео.
Qué bonitos son los parques nevados y los colores de inviernos,aunque....para una latina como yo,sería francamente duro adaptarme a esas temperaturas gélidas,brrrr! Creo que moriría de hipotermia el primer día🥶
Me gustó mucho ver tu carita de ilusión al desempaquetar las cositas de casa: parecías una niña abriendo los regalos de Navidad,je,je!
Seguro que los vais a usar y disfrutar mucho...¡es genial empezar a proveerse de todo lo necesario para tu nuevo y propio hogar! Es como empezar a "vestir" poco a poco una nueva vida😊
What a beautiful, normal life you live. Feels so "human" and reminds me of how connected we all are
I was born in this beautiful city and lived in an orphanage for a year and a half before moving to the US. So comforting to see this vlog 🫶🏻🙏🏼 I hope it make it back here one day.
I love watching your videos. I’m always interested in others and their daily routines in different parts of the world, Your food looks simple and delicious, and looks great on the plate, the walks are relaxing and scenic, and your little boy is cute. ❤❤❤ Looking forward to the next video, Thank you. 🇷🇺❤
I know right and so cheap.
Southerner from the United States here 🫶🏻 I enjoyed your vlog! Russia looks so beautiful, like a winter wonderland! We have the same kitchen utensils/holder, such a small world. I struggle with baking as well, but when measuring tablespoons & teaspoons you can fill the spoon with your ingredients; I would swap out powdered sugar for granulated sugar or sugar crystals, that’s what we use - and like a true southerner, lol, when in doubt, more butter, haha! Your first brownie attempt looks way better than mine did, bravo!
You live in a very beautiful city. I love your apartment and all the renovations you did!
You have a lovely calm voice. New subscriber and I am really enjoying your content. I am also a single mother of two from Melbourne, Australia. I suffer from anxiety too. Wishing you all the very best on your healing journey.
Great video. I always look forward to your videos. I can tell that you are a good woman and have a kind heart and you’re a great mother too. May God Bless you and your family always. Best regards from America
Beautiful video, thank you for sharing!
Nastya, your voice is so very soothing and calm gives me such peace in this crazy world we live in now..I live in Wisconsin, USA....I enjoy hearing about 😊your life and wish you bliss and God's love in your journey. 💕
Your soup looks so delicious and hearty, so comforting too! 😋😌 Warm greetings to you and the boys, from Canada. 😊💗
I love the redesign of your apt. You and your boys seem to have a great new start. I enjoy seeing how you spend your day. Keep on trying the baking. Practice makes perfect.
❤ This type of video shows how similar we all are in our daily lives. Seeing your stores and food broke my concept of Siberia. I wish the world could live in Peace.
You really feed your family healthy foods! ❤️🥰🇨🇦
I love your videos❤❤❤ I admire seeing how much you love your boys. You have created such a lovely home.
Nastya best wishes and new year to you. Thank you for sharing the culture, food and life from your place. Lots of respect the people and culture 🙏👌
The scarf is really cute🥰
Big hug from New Zealand Nastya. I love watching your videos drinking my morning coffee🎉 have a beautiful weekend ❤
Hi. I live in Atlanta Georgia in the United States and I came across your channel. I’m so inspired by you starting over back in Russia. I just want to say keep striving. You are doing a great job with your sons and yourself. Looking forward to more videos. Blessings from America 🇺🇸
I am so proud of you. ❤ ❤I love the watching your content ❤️
Pozdravujem z Bratislavy (Slovensko)❤🎄🎆✨🎁
This looks a lot better than my daily life
Love from Croatia
It's amazing that anyone leaves their homes let alone get out of bed 🛌 on these freezing 🥶 cold mornings. Yesterday where I live in Australia 🇦🇺 it was 40 degrees Celsius on my back verandah with a north wind. I didn't go outside at all. You are such a good mother looking after your boys 👦 so well
Cold is actually more bearable than heat. It's dry when it's below 0 Celsius and in all these eastern countries there is a very good and cheap central heating system. It's nice and crispy warm at home (at least if you live in the building of flats). You just need to dress up warm in layers when you go out and it's not really that bad (most of the time) 🙂
@@dorotak-k8211I actually prefer summer here in the UK. Not hot but you are not shivering either. Winters are horrible....rainy wet, windy, hardly ever snows but still chilly enough to need the central heating on a lot. I feel it's pointless without snow and a waste of fuel energy and money. The UK climate is miserable for 6 months.
@@The1n0nIy1 I know and as for UK I agree - I lived in UK and winters were very hard for me. Different climate. I hate when it's cold, wet and windy, that's why I still prefer colder winters in eastern part of Europe - mostly dry, with snow (and central heating), hardly ever windy. Summers when you have nearly 40 Celsius for a few weeks are more difficult to get through though, at least for me. Mild summers are just perfect 🙂.
@@dorotak-k8211 Yes eastern european climate is far more interesting and varied.
Such healthy eating! I love it!
Wow, groceries are MUCH more expensive here in the USA 😭 May God bless you and your family ❤️
Salaries in Russia are very low so groceries are actually quite expensive there. That's why the main vegetables eaten are potatoes/carrots, and nothing green and leafy (very expensive).
@@dotxful cucumbers are green and not too expensive. For example, I eat salad with a cucumber and an egg every evening around the year.
@@RusGirlVlogThat sound like a good combination! Hard boiled eggs?
@@hannaR_ yeah
Dear, since I meet you everywhere, I'll be glad to see your comments below my vid as well 😉
@@RusGirlVlogI saw a few of your videos, I haven't commented anything yet, but I gave a couple of likes already👍😊...
Love watching your channel ❤
If your kids like your brownies then all is well! I agree with lisad8388 that says you need a scale and do exact measurements. Baking is unforgiving. Get a smaller pan to cook the brownies. The big pan overcooked your brownies. Now, there is a chemical reaction going on with baking. You have to have 2 bowls. Combine the dry ingredients in one and combine the "wet" ingredients in another. Then you combine together. It creates a reaction that will help your brownies or even cakes rise correctly. Now with icing. It does matter between powdered sugar and regular sugar. If you don't have enough powdered sugar then just don't make as much and ONLY use the powdered sugar. A good and simple icing is just one cup of the powdered sugar, maybe a tablespoon of milk or even water and some vanilla and stir. If you want to make a butter cream frosting do NOT ever melt your butter. Use room temp butter and put in a bowl then add the sugar and beat it. Add vanilla and you're good to spread. I hope this helps!
I really like the peaceful home scenes of your channel, so nice and relaxing. When you bake, you have to measure really accurately and level off each measure. It’s not accurate enough to just dip in a regular spoon or eyeball the butter. For dry and liquid ingredients, I use measuring cups and measuring spoons, but I know some people prefer to use a scale instead. Where I live, the butter package comes with markings printed on it to show you where to cut it.
Hello and nice to see everyone again. I have a suggestion for your dry skin. When we were young my Nana used to rub extra virgin olive oil at night lightly on our hands and face for my sister's and I had very dry cracked skin in the winter. She did this three times a week and it helped so much. I still do it today and people always cannot believe how old I am for it helped my skin stay smooth and subtle. I really believe it has to do with the oil itself. I also use a plain lotion called Jerkins original lotion, it's inexpensive and has never caused issues with my very dry skin. Of course in the morning we washed our face in a oatmeal soap which also helps and I still do this every day. Wishing you all good health and a lovely weekend, take care. 🌻
* Jergen’s lotion. only thing my auntie used and her face was lovely
Yes to the Olive oil on your skin
Klasna, slava Rociii from Portland OR
I LOVE that scarf on you! So vibrant & warm! 🩷🧡💚🩵💙💜🤎🩶
Really love your videos, take your time on your journey, I'm praying you make a full recovery.
Glad the algorithm recommended this, will be glad to follow your vlogs moving forward 😊
I love your videos so much. They give me peace. And I love the way you try new things very often. Don't worry about your baking skills, I'm sure that brownie was delicious.
good morning thank you for sharing always awesome to see your videos take care be safe stay warm.
I have heard that Russian mothers are excellent caretakers. You’re a good mother with your son you go above and beyond.❤
Himalayan salt is a scam. There is no salt mine in the Himalayas. The salt comes from Khevra, a huge salt mine in Pakistan that was developed by the British in the 19th century. Himalayan salt is just ordinary, completely overpriced rock salt.
You idiot, salt when extracted in form of giant rocks, has a pink colour ( sometimes light pink with purple tinge). Majority of mines are located at the foothills which are an extension of Himalayas since Pakistan has occupied a 1/4th of Kashmir hence those are called Himalaya salt. Regular salt is manufactured from naturally occurring salt lakes. Some countries also manufacture salt from sea water.
I've been enjoying your content very much. I'm from the usa, i love seeing about other cultures. ❤
There is no doubt you eat properly...well balanced diet for you and your boys!
She eats 4 eggs with each meal , not healthy
@@MaryBeth1965Eggs are perfectly healthy. Saying they aren’t is outdated nonsense
@@Krysb107 eggs, in moderation, are healthy. Not 4 eggs at each and every meal!
@@Krysb107 it's not about the eggs not being healthy, but there is a lack of variety.. tho we know she has some allergies so that might be the reason why.
only the sausages are the problem... they re too many
my little motherland novosibirsk, now nice to see familiar places.
Baking is very hard. There is great advice here in comments. Im always impressed by how good you English is. Im amazed at how well you folks survive in that bitter cold. It gets really cold here, too, but we dont go out. Sending love
Nastya, your voice is so relaxing and calm. I like your videos very much. Here, in Athens-Greece the snow fall is very rare, so I really enjoy seeing so much snow. Also the goods, you are buying, look nice and at a good price. I am anxious for your next video.
Nice shops and the large cold air sunset so beautiful thank you.
I think of cooking as an art and baking as a science. In cooking, you can be creative with ingredients and quantities to suit your tastes. In baking, you have to be exact with ingredients and quantities because it consists of chemical interactions to achieve the desired result.
First, you're certainly an excellent cook! You and your family eat very well, and I love that you avoid processed foods! Well done! Regarding the frosting, while you're learning, avoid substitutions and follow the directions precisely -- I was yelling at my computer when I saw you substituted regular sugar for powdered sugar! LOL. Also, try adding the dry ingredients into the melted butter very, very slowly, a small amount at a time, and mix thoroughly as you add them. That might help the texture. But as long as your child wants brownies every day, I'd say it was a success! Love the videos! Keep them coming!
Enjoy your channel very much. You are a treasure. Take good care of your boys.
Your videos make me happy. It's my relax time. I especially love the shopping for food and showing your groceries. Spasibo Nastya ❤️
I really enjoy watching your life and your content. You are very resilient. Please continue your clips as they present life as it is❤
I believe your problem when you bake is Measurements, you need to buy Set of spoons Marked with the correct Size of each And also cups Marked in Sizes
I disagree, it’s about portions and percentages. I only ever used what was in my kitchen and just kept it consistent. A coffee mug was a “cup” half a coffee mug was a “ 1/2 cup”
Great vlog Nastya. In Devon region of UK no snow yet, It is lovely to see the snow on the trees at Festive time of year, Good for you in treating yourself to new gloves and scarf. \i also liked the small clip of outdoor ice hockey. Again something we dont have or see in UK. Can tell you were pleased tp buy your kitchen cooking utensils and using them already. Look forward to more vlogs. Take care Graham.
Love your video! I have learned when baking you definitely need measuring spoons and cups and a kitchen scale and proper baking ware for better results.
Love your videos; I know you put a lot of time and effort to make them so good. I am happy to be one of your subscribers; looking forward to watching your channel grow. 👍👍
It's great seeing you set up your home,love your colourful shawl. Life can get tedious so make sure you have time to enjoy something for you !
Love your videos and im throughly looking enjoying watching them. I’ve always been so intrigued by Russia and would love to visit what looks like an amazing country. I especially love your snowy winter vlogs. Can’t wait for the next one and congratulations again on your beautiful home.❤
Welcome to Russia one day!
Congratulations noble woman
Ur an awesome mother to ur kids and love watching all ur videos
The Supermarkets are amazing 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I just love the sounds when you open up the packages
You are doing good. Just keep it up. Practice makes perfect.
I absolutely love your vlogs ❤ look forward to you posting them keep them coming 😊
Love from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺
All very tasty, I just cannot get over the prices of food, we pay almost 5 to six times more. It is yeast, even dried, for making bread to rise. Your children will just love their Mum. Whew! Your scarf. is just what the Doctor ordered, soft on the skin. I have a long one given by a friend, the wools come from Texas, huge range of colors. Thanks for presenting, life, as it is, in Novosibirsk. You are special Nastya...........
Your ordinary life is just beautiful! God bless you all ❤️
Nastya, do you have a community or friends to go out with? I think it's important not to isolate yourself too much! Having a community can really elevate your life so much!
You’re going to be fine little by little everything will be alright.
The scarf is beautiful! I knew the kids would love the brownies, lol.
Love from Holland
Nastya is a beautiful mom💖 I love her calming vlogs of a simple life in Siberia💖 And her new winter gloves are so pretty💐
Yay, she’s back 👏 I’ve been waiting 🎉❤
Always so relaxing to watch your channel. Your brownies look great and Im aure they are delicious. Your boys love them so thats what matters. You feed your boys very freah and healthy meals. I envy being able to walk to a market with beautiful produce and a grocery store each day. Taking a bus to the mall I suppose. Your grocery prices are cheaper than the U.S. I dont eat meat so cant speak to that. I love your new kitchen items, its fun and you look so happy getting them. Lovely scarf and gloves. Youre a gorgeous uoung woman and a wonderful Mom. 💙💙
You have an excellent camera! I feel like I am right there with you. I live in a very warm climate and rarely get to enjoy snow.
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im sorry,
honestly your video is awesome 👍
I love watching your videos!!! They’re so calming after a stressful day 💜
It's dark in the morning and dark about 5 in the evening because of daylight savings time. That's what I hate about winter.
We do not practice switching from summer to wintertime anymore in Russia.
Так и есть. Это реально напрягает.
Мрак великой суровой зимы.
@@ZeroSen07 а мне нравится)) не люблю когда летом в 10-11 вечера еще светло
That cake looks so delicious. It doesn't matter if it isn't fluffy as long as it's tasty
Glad to see the new knife and utensils! They will make cooking much easier. The brownies looked okay to me. They aren’t supposed to rise but they are more chewy and moist. It looks like your cooking is improving a lot. Well done!
Love your videos
The brownies look amazing! And I love your new scarf and gloves!
I am a subscriber and really enjoy your channel. It makes me smile to know how well taken care of your sons are :)
It's fascinating to see what someone else's daily life is like across the 🌎 globe!