Going back to Russia. Alone.

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  • Today, i'm going back to Russia. It is September 2022, and today I am traveling on a 40 hour train from Almaty, Kazakhstan to Novosibirsk, Russia and then, all being well, taking a 5 hour bus on to Kemerovo, Siberia, my hometown. This is the first time I have been back to Russia in over 9 months (since January 2022), and the first time back in Siberia for more than 18 months. One of many big differences between this time and the last time we went to Russia is, I am alone.
    After what has seemed like a lifetime apart, I could not miss this opportunity (being so close) to see my family, especially my gran, who hasn't been in the best of health at all this year. Unfortunately Matt couldn't get visa for this trip, but I just felt that I had to go.
    So on that note, lets head north, through the steppes of Kazakhstan, in to Siberia, Russia, and on to my home town, to my family x
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  • @MattandJulia
    @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +413

    Sometimes in life, no matter where you are, what is going on around you, you just need to be with your family and to give them a hug ❤️

    • @Jensie50
      @Jensie50 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sóó true!! 🙏🏻♥️

    • @vincentray5226
      @vincentray5226 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You must follow your heart, or you will never be alive.

    • @SandNSurf
      @SandNSurf ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Much love & many prayers from the USA 🙏❤️🙏

    • @joannmcgowan9394
      @joannmcgowan9394 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes absolutely ❤

    • @lembusora7585
      @lembusora7585 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Would you like sometimes,visit Bromo Tengger east jawa ( Indonesia) ?

  • @deanharris7149
    @deanharris7149 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Wow. I don’t know why, but I found this by accident and was curious because of the title. Couldn’t stop watching it. Somehow you captured more than just a personal journey. I was wondering about all the people, you captured everyday people doing their everyday stuff in their everyday life, all involving things and ways that are unknown and unfamiliar to me.
    Thank you for the extra effort of documenting it for us.

  • @lisaann6967
    @lisaann6967 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    My grandma died in 1980 and I miss her so much. Seeing you with your gran is so special and I’m so glad you have her as you both bring each other so much joy! 🌞

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So sorry to hear that Lisa Ann. Thank you so much, lots of love ! ❤️

    • @user-fv1hk2bm4w
      @user-fv1hk2bm4w ปีที่แล้ว

      do you think her grandmother supports the takeover of ukraine?

    • @iliaspetropavlovskiy244
      @iliaspetropavlovskiy244 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lisa Ann?)

  • @emaechurch1526
    @emaechurch1526 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    This is a lovely and touching video. That scene with Matt on the platform was heartbreaking. I can't wait for you both to be together again. But it's also lovely to see you with your family. Thank you.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Emae! Lots of love ❤️🙏🏼

    • @BlacktulipSF
      @BlacktulipSF ปีที่แล้ว

      DONT PAY!! People, this channel is a confirmed russian state sponsored channel which is part of russian Stratcom or other influencing programms. You are fooled by fake innocence, sweetness, openness etc. The intention of those programms is 'Truth Decay'. Slowly, gently they are eroding the outside opinion within the oponents community. So dont pay any attention, never give any information and DONT PAY. (look it up yourself). You see many of these so called trolls out here with exact the same story. Natasha, Nikki, etc.

    • @lucalucaluca
      @lucalucaluca ปีที่แล้ว +1

      don't hold your breath

    • @emilkadd
      @emilkadd ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Poor guy was inlove with her! She not so much... i would say she did not really care for him.

    • @phillipproussier3723
      @phillipproussier3723 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@emilkadd Women rarely love. It´s normal.

  • @777nydia1
    @777nydia1 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    A beautiful story of yours Julia. Keep it coming.
    We're learning real stuff about your country and it's good people. So important for we in the West right now. Thankyou!

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you so much Marty 🙏🏼❤️

    • @leedwyer161
      @leedwyer161 ปีที่แล้ว

      Learning what? that Russians can freely move around while their country destroys peoples life in Ukraine? some people cant return to visit their families in now Russian occupied areas

    • @binusd9817
      @binusd9817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Russia

    • @oldandgrumpy6284
      @oldandgrumpy6284 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Russia and russian people have always been nice . I love Russia and its lovely people

  • @teanik.3547
    @teanik.3547 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I got tears in my eyes, I miss my family in Russia.
    Your vlogs have soul, keep on warning up our hearts❤

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lots of love to you and your family ❤️

  • @katrinlausch3078
    @katrinlausch3078 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Thank you for this so personal and unique video, I am a silent subscriber who watched every single video of yours and I pray you and your families are doing very well. Take good care, hugs Kate from Germany❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Kate, lots of love! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @BlacktulipSF
      @BlacktulipSF ปีที่แล้ว

      DONT PAY!! People, this channel is a confirmed russian state sponsored channel which is part of russian Stratcom or other influencing programms. You are fooled by fake innocence, sweetness, openness etc. The intention of those programms is 'Truth Decay'. Slowly, gently they are eroding the outside opinion within the oponents community. So dont pay any attention, never give any information and DONT PAY. (look it up yourself). You see many of these so called trolls out here with exact the same story. Natasha, Nikki, etc.

  • @Ta21961
    @Ta21961 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I am happy you were able to spend time with your babushka and sister. My children's Grandma is stuck in Ukraine. We have no way to get to her or get her out. Each day is a nightmare. But your video shows how simple and happy life can be to be with your loved ones. Separation only makes us appreciate them more thus every moment with our loved ones is a precious gift! Thanks for sharing.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      So sorry to hear that, lots of love to you and your extended family 🙏🏼 Hope everything gets better soon!! ❤️

    • @Paterson340
      @Paterson340 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Does she have anyone get her food and hopefully you can communicate with her 💕💕💕💕

    • @BlacktulipSF
      @BlacktulipSF ปีที่แล้ว

      DONT PAY!! People, this channel is a confirmed russian state sponsored channel which is part of russian Stratcom or other influencing programms. You are fooled by fake innocence, sweetness, openness etc. The intention of those programms is 'Truth Decay'. Slowly, gently they are eroding the outside opinion within the oponents community. So dont pay any attention, never give any information and DONT PAY. (look it up yourself). You see many of these so called trolls out here with exact the same story. Natasha, Nikki, etc.

    • @franekw5274
      @franekw5274 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In which town does she exactly live now?

    • @Ta21961
      @Ta21961 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are okay but very close to Russian border near military base. Every night and day jets take off flying very low. Very upsetting. Thanks for your thoughts.

  • @matzmn
    @matzmn ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Such a long journey. Russia is really huge. Thank you for showing us a bit of your country and your family. I Just found this channel and subscribed. Hello from Malaysia

    • @liuba7409
      @liuba7409 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      40 часов езды в масштабах России это мало. Я ехала 7 суток по транссибирской магистрали из Москвы до Восточной Сибири. До самой конечной точки - Дальнего востока еще пару суток езды)))

  • @simonmcowan6874
    @simonmcowan6874 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have a Polish wife, have been to Poland every year for the past 16 years, wow how it has changed, anyway, - missing each other. A while ago she went home to look after her mum, on her return i said "it was good to miss you" she later realised that being together every day you forget how nice it is, untill you part, and then realise how much you miss that voice in the other room, the emptyness of your pal, your partner, wife, husband, travelling sharer, also the smell of each other, the trust, I get what you were both experiencing, it shows a good solid partnership.

  • @glukva
    @glukva ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Юля, очень душевное и теплое видео❤️ рада, что вы наконец увиделись с родными!

  • @johnnytampocao7671
    @johnnytampocao7671 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's one of t he most emotional blog I watched for a long time. Enjoy your time with your family, I'll be waiting for the next episode.

  • @nonovyab9841
    @nonovyab9841 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Only cried about 4 times watching this ,Julia your so gracious and I just love your grandma ,she was so happy to see you ❤

  • @stephenmani8495
    @stephenmani8495 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Such a beautiful and heart-warming video. Just goes to show how at the core of everything, everything, lies the family - which creates and sustains life. It is the same everywhere on the planet - North, South, East, West, no matter which country you belong to. Videos like these also show how human beings everywhere are essentially the same, and there is much that unites us than divides us - no matter what culture you from or the colour of your skin, etc. Thanks for sharing this beautiful and small piece of your life, Julian & Matt.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much Stephen! 🙏🏼❤️

  • @jamesthompson3099
    @jamesthompson3099 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful and moving story. Thanks for sharing. 🤗

  • @roycck
    @roycck ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Matt and Julia, I have been following your vlogs for sometime now. It's been nothing but a fantastic journey with happiness. This video brought me to my tears. Can't wait to see the next one.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! ❤️

  • @Allioop_1
    @Allioop_1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Aloha! I found your vlog about two weeks ago and have really been enjoying it. You cooking with your family and just enjoying being and doing things together is so heartwarming. Matt seems so happy to have you back home, what a great guy! You two are so sweet together. ❤️🙋🏻‍♀️

  • @johnlewis1078
    @johnlewis1078 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Life doesn’t ever slow down, so make the best of the time you have together. Blessings to you both in your travels & for all of your family members.

  • @garybrack6334
    @garybrack6334 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    You are very brave, and I know Matt misses you terribly. Hope you have a wonderful visit with your family and a safe return to Kazakhstan.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Gary ❤️

    • @angelachanelhuang1651
      @angelachanelhuang1651 ปีที่แล้ว

      my mother came to america in 1970s

    • @Sofia-hr8nd
      @Sofia-hr8nd ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol, you wrote it like people dying here on the streets 🤦‍♀️

    • @iliaspetropavlovskiy244
      @iliaspetropavlovskiy244 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Sofia-hr8nd ну это же страшный суровый совок, лютая зима и куча прочих стереотипов 😁

  • @kims3534
    @kims3534 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Much love, much respect and many prayers to you and your beautiful family!! It was wonderful to see you make it back safely and even better to see you reunited with your family😢. So beautiful, treasure this time and space with your gran!! ❤

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Kim ❤️❤️

  • @jamieboylan641
    @jamieboylan641 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Such a sweet reunion with your family. ❤️ I love how you both keep your cameras recording in all different angles- holding your camera while walking, getting in and out of a car, while hugging someone. The camera may be pointing up at the sky or facing the ceiling as you set it on a table, but it makes me feel like I’m a tiny little person traveling around with you in your hand. 🥰

  • @cherylbursa2573
    @cherylbursa2573 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I was crying almost the whole video. Means so much that you share your life with us. I love you and Matt so much. Feel as though your close friends, even family. Im praying for you guys. I hope you have a wonderful visit and you get back to Matt safely with no trouble. Sending hugs, love and prayers to you, your Gran and Matt always.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Cheryl!! Honestly your comment means the world ❤️ It is an honour to share our lives with you ❤️

    • @BlacktulipSF
      @BlacktulipSF ปีที่แล้ว

      DONT PAY!! People, this channel is a confirmed russian state sponsored channel which is part of russian Stratcom or other influencing programms. You are fooled by fake innocence, sweetness, openness etc. The intention of those programms is 'Truth Decay'. Slowly, gently they are eroding the outside opinion within the oponents community. So dont pay any attention, never give any information and DONT PAY. (look it up yourself). You see many of these so called trolls out here with exact the same story. Natasha, Nikki, etc.

  • @prabhabagepalli3129
    @prabhabagepalli3129 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful and very emotional moments. But so happy that you could see your family again. Thanks for sharing and it is real.

  • @MikeinNice
    @MikeinNice ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for showing us reality Julia ... and Matt! So enjoyable

  • @kaissika
    @kaissika ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Glad you made the trip back home safely Julia, keep up the great spirit 🥰🙏

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much ❤️

  • @Jensie50
    @Jensie50 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Excellent documentary of your trip "home" Julia, thanks so much for sharing with us! I could feel the anticipation build up as you got closer to Siberia and your family ♥️ Although emotional to be seperated from Matt for such a long time, I think that was absolutely the right decision to go and visit. I really enjoyed to see Gran (and Sis!) again! Kudos to you as well for handling your solo trip like a pro! ♥️♥️

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you so much Johan! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @Jensie50
      @Jensie50 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MattandJulia ♥️♥️

    • @angelachanelhuang1651
      @angelachanelhuang1651 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      my parents immigrated to AMERICA in the 1970s

    • @BlacktulipSF
      @BlacktulipSF ปีที่แล้ว

      DONT PAY!! People, this channel is a confirmed russian state sponsored channel which is part of russian Stratcom or other influencing programms. You are fooled by fake innocence, sweetness, openness etc. The intention of those programms is 'Truth Decay'. Slowly, gently they are eroding the outside opinion within the oponents community. So dont pay any attention, never give any information and DONT PAY. (look it up yourself). You see many of these so called trolls out here with exact the same story. Natasha, Nikki, etc.

  • @loranv3435
    @loranv3435 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR THOUGHTS AND FAMILY. LUV FROM YOUR FRIENDS IN ONTARIO, CANADA.

  • @sefora805
    @sefora805 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My gran died in 2020 and I miss her so much. I was with her when she died. You made the right decision to see yours.

  • @michellecameron5850
    @michellecameron5850 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Oh lovely … I had a tear or two when you found your sister and your gran! 💗. Enjoy being home!

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Michelle ❤️❤️

  • @johnburke5384
    @johnburke5384 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Glad you`re back with your family for a while Julia I think we could all see just how tough it was leaving Matt behind but.....think how great it will be when you see him again !!! God Bless....

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much John❤️ I already can’t wait to see him ❤️

  • @DerderianEclecticTravel
    @DerderianEclecticTravel ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Matt Julia; I have very similar experiences...the separations can kill one inside. But just down the road the separation you'll look back on as just a almost forgettable bump in the road; but the time that you share with your family Julia, THAT you will remember every detail of and will treasure. I know it's a hard choice but it was the right one. I have family in Ukraine, Moscow and Yerevan... all in jeopardy in one way or another... believe me when I say that having that time with them can never be replaced. Praying for you both.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Eric, your comment means the world ❤️ Can’t begin to imagine how difficult your situation must be right now! Lots of love and strength to you and your family in each country ❤️❤️❤️

  • @karelvanreenen8205
    @karelvanreenen8205 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy to found your video and can go on your journey. So happy that you could go back to your grandmother as we tend to wait to long. Good for you, you got a good heart.

  • @hamishchalmers7353
    @hamishchalmers7353 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Julia, hope your trip back goes well, and that your gran is okay. Well done you for going to see her. Absence makes the heart grow fonder.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Hamish, really appreciate it ❤️

  • @APlusRussian
    @APlusRussian ปีที่แล้ว +12

    New subscriber here. From Siberia. But living in America now. Your former neighbor from the Tomsk region. I like your style of vlogging, and enjoy you British way of talking! I hope it all goes well in N-sk with your babushka and sestrenka 💙

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel, and lots of love to Tomsk and you in the US ❤️❤️

    • @APlusRussian
      @APlusRussian ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MattandJulia thank you and likewise 💙💙

  • @TheMVCoho
    @TheMVCoho ปีที่แล้ว

    Easily one of your best videos to date! Thanks for sharing.

  • @richardchristman5066
    @richardchristman5066 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your trip on the train, Yulia, brings back memories for me from my early days in Kazakhstan starting in 2006. All fond memories actually.

  • @wilfredoarce9710
    @wilfredoarce9710 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Family is everything no matter what part in the world you are in.Thank you for sharing your journey.God bless you and family

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Wilfredo ❤️

  • @lucybrebner1529
    @lucybrebner1529 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OMG i'm crying. Real tears, i thank you for being so true and real with your videos xxx

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Lucy, lots of love ❤️

  • @athopi
    @athopi ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. I just found your channel. Julia, you take a good variety of shots to document your travel, well done.

  • @jennh7040
    @jennh7040 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful documentary of your travels home to see your family. I hope you are having (or have had if your trip is over) a wonderful time with your family. I know it was hard not having Matt with you.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Jenn ❤️ I am, but miss Matt a lot of course ❤️

  • @davidspez7267
    @davidspez7267 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You keep it real and we thank you for your strength. 😊

  • @007furious
    @007furious ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Strange it may sound but I also missed your family. I watched all of the videos, you guys made in Russia with your family last year and enjoyed them. So it was very nice seeing them again and hope to see your brother also in future.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much ❤️

  • @gretchensmith3981
    @gretchensmith3981 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was a good video Julia. I'm so glad you took us with you❣️

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Gretchen ❤️

  • @deadzone1109
    @deadzone1109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing such a personal and touching moments. Best wishes for you both and your family. From my husband and I. Also your editing is so well done. A joy to watch.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much ❤️🙏🏼

  • @KristaWasHere86
    @KristaWasHere86 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hoping for your gran’s recovery ❤ family is everything!

  • @breckinfleischman9125
    @breckinfleischman9125 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad you are getting to see family Julia! I love your videos- you guys are so kind to everyone you meet, I love getting to see those interactions! Also Siberia seems beautiful- I love those trees in the clip from the train!
    Enjoy your family, and the cold! 😁

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you very much Breckin ❤️

  • @HChampagne63
    @HChampagne63 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the first video of yours that I ever watched. I have just about watched them all now. WONDERFUL.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Howell! Welcome to the channel 🥰❤️

  • @pedrold
    @pedrold ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! Congratulations from Portugal for this video!😀

  • @AnnaJuist
    @AnnaJuist ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I loved long train rides through Europe when I was younger. I'm surprised you don't have curtains on your sleeping bunks.
    You have a beautiful country as are your people. I pray that soon things will once again be as they were before.
    God Bless you & your family. Peace be with you.

    • @lilipop6990
      @lilipop6990 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Там есть жалюзи 😾

    • @user-it6dh6cw8m
      @user-it6dh6cw8m ปีที่แล้ว +2

      как раньше уже никогда не будет! прошлое не вернуть!

  • @vertchalousmelkonyanz
    @vertchalousmelkonyanz ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hope your family is fine, and that everything else goes well. This video was amazing to watch, and it made my day! ♥♥

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Vladimir ❤️

    • @vertchalousmelkonyanz
      @vertchalousmelkonyanz ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MattandJulia you're welcome. I hope your family is happy and you and Matt meet again soon!

  • @paulmurphy1345
    @paulmurphy1345 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for sharing your life experience.This video makes me ride an emotional roller coaster. I'm sad. I'm happy. I'm especially hungry when I see you Gran. ❤️

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Paul! ❤️🙏🏼

  • @howierfs5471
    @howierfs5471 ปีที่แล้ว

    First time I came accross your vid and will watch others later. Thanks for this trip and I wish you a nice and heartwarming stay with your family.

  • @MartinPowderly
    @MartinPowderly ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This is only the second video I watched on your channel. It kind of feels less curated and 'instagrammy' and contrived in comparison to most other channels. Loving your stories and authenticity. I subscribed.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Martin, really appreciate that ❤️

  • @nixmor5333
    @nixmor5333 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Julia you made me cry...when you and your Gran hugged I saw the joy in her face and the way she held you just touched me so much. So sorry Matt could not accompany you to Russia, you guys are so close. Just cherish the time with your family, I'm so happy you are there with them. ❤

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Nix ❤️

  • @louisedurrant1804
    @louisedurrant1804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, I can’t find words but glad you arrived safely, very emotional vlog. I have been watching you for some months now and you gave me inspiration to travel again (3 years because of covid), I returned from a week in northern Spain today, on my own, it was an experience but I survived and feel so much better for it..thank you for the inspiration..thank you for positivity, tips when travelling abroad, the way you conduct your vlogs…it made me use my new passport and get travelling again…lots of positive vibes for your grandma Julia, and Matt, hope Julia is back with you soon..Louise xxx

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Louise, your comment means the world, glad you had a lovely trip ❤️

  • @mattcoyle5867
    @mattcoyle5867 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Not going to lie Julia...on that first stop i think we all wanted to give you a hug...when it comes to family we do what we have to do...and you did just that...a touching vlog that brought tears to my eyes...thank you for documenting this important journey...stay safe and love to your family...xx

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Matt ❤️

  • @joannmcgowan9394
    @joannmcgowan9394 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Oh my ! You are amazing ! It had to be so hard but yet so good! I cried almost the whole video - I hope all is well with your family - it was a joy to see you reconnect ❤ please be safe - not sure when this was filmed, I know there is some stuff going on right now! Lots of prayers and hugs ! Xxoo love you guys ❤❤❤

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Jo Ann, lots of love ❤️❤️❤️

    • @angelachanelhuang1651
      @angelachanelhuang1651 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      my family has been in america for over 40 years

  • @dinocorreia1202
    @dinocorreia1202 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    The music at the end was stunning with all that reunited meeting with family. Some tears rolling on my face now. The same could happens in Ukraine, Japan, South Africa. This is how normal human beings are, this is how we could live in peace with everyone, everywhere, anywhere. ThankU for this pearl 😙

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much 🙏🏼❤️

  • @louiebautista1876
    @louiebautista1876 ปีที่แล้ว

    Follow your heart. I glad to see you and Matt together again.

  • @andyfreer1343
    @andyfreer1343 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saddest video I think you and Matt are fantastic and have great love for your family

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Andy ❤️

  • @ZachSolie
    @ZachSolie ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Much love guys!

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lots of love to the 3 of you Zach! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @dennissalisbury496
    @dennissalisbury496 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    An excellent ground-level perspective on life in Russia.

  • @heathermichelle1983
    @heathermichelle1983 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cherish every moment. I adore the love you have with Gran. Thats so very special.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Heather ❤️

  • @StayColdHeidi
    @StayColdHeidi ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve just discovered you guys! I’m now going to spend the full day snuggled up in bed with your videos. Love to you both ❤

  • @gastronaut73
    @gastronaut73 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I know the goodbye was hard for you both but it was so tender and beautiful to see.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much James ❤️

  • @GinaSiska
    @GinaSiska ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are a true treasure Julia. May God abundantly bless you my dear child. 😊❤😇

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Gina! ❤️

  • @michaeldamisch1367
    @michaeldamisch1367 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, what a journey and I hope you are having a great time with your family.
    Our Grandmothers are very special to the most of us for many reasons.
    Greetings and best wishes from Hamburg 😄

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Michael, really appreciate it ❤️

  • @karlad3213
    @karlad3213 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Julia this was emotional for me, it's hard to watch someone hurting. God bless you both.

  • @alanbuckingham8788
    @alanbuckingham8788 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love you both. I'm a Brit. My sister was buried in Omsk. I've lived in Tashkent. You both make me happy.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Alan, lots of love to you, thank you so much for coming along with us ❤️❤️❤️

  • @grazynagrabowska524
    @grazynagrabowska524 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cudne!!!!!! Wszystkiego dobrego!!!!!!!!

  • @Elizabeth-aka-Pippi
    @Elizabeth-aka-Pippi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I felt much sadness for you and Matt yet felt so much happiness for your grandma! My heart. 🫂💗

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Elizabeth ❤️

  • @catawaller740
    @catawaller740 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very emotional human story telling of life and love thank you for sharing x

  • @slrdave6308
    @slrdave6308 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Woo boy! I'm sure that was an emotional trip. When I saw the thumbnail, I said "no way, there's no way Matt's going to Russia. They're gonna have to split up, that's gonna be weird." But then there he was, at the station. And I was like, ok, well how's this gonna go down? But nope, you guys had to do it the way it happened. I wish you all the best during these times.

  • @TheJujunick
    @TheJujunick ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Heart-breaking, heart-warming all at once. Love to you, Matt, your beautiful Grandmother and family 🙏🏻♥️

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much 🙏🏼❤️

  • @lindauhrig1513
    @lindauhrig1513 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you made it to see your gran! I know how hard it is to be away from family but, as my dad said before he died, live life! Always, always go back to see family often! ❤

  • @cindybrodie9769
    @cindybrodie9769 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You made me cry, good tears. ❤ Peace and Love to you all.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Cindy ❤️

  • @AfterlifeNL098
    @AfterlifeNL098 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I felt so sad for you 2 when you left to go see your grandma. It is so important to see them when they are getting older and you dont know how long they will be around. I lost both my grandparents and my mother. I still miss them so much. It was nice to see your family again 🙂. Take care Julia and Matt 💞

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Sandra! Really appreciate it! So sorry to hear about your mother and grandparents ❤️❤️❤️

  • @001singularity
    @001singularity ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Enjoy your time with your Gran and family. We don't realize how precious each moment is until it becomes just a memory.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Couldn’t agree more. Thank you so much ❤️

    • @angelachanelhuang1651
      @angelachanelhuang1651 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was born in the 1980s...my parents came to america after the British invasion. my mother was a hippie

  • @mikesprouse9502
    @mikesprouse9502 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing your journey!

  • @RomanTruman
    @RomanTruman ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing with these places that so dear to me too

  • @sonicmoj1
    @sonicmoj1 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I've been married 10 years and let me give you one piece of advice --it's healthy to not be together 24/7. Everything in moderation. There will be in times in life not by choice that you will have to be alone or travel alone and you need to start implementing that in your life. My wife is from Serbia and I'm in Canada. She goes every year for 3-4 weeks to visit her family and uses all of her personal vacation. I then visit my sisters in Arizona for 2-3 weeks and use my personal vacation and then we save 1 or 2 weeks to go together on a trip and it's been very healthy for us. Yes I don't want her to go to Europe to visit her family but she needs to and I don't need to go with her all the time. While she's gone, I can cook, clean, laundry and go about my life. I'll hang out with my friends or catch up with friends from high school while she's out mixing it up a little bit with my own time and getting peace and quiet in the house. I wouldn't trade it for a thing. We have ultimate trust and respect for each other. We shop together when it's convenient but many times she runs errands or I do it the next time and try to be efficient. If one of us can be at home to do chores while the other is out grocery shopping it makes sense. I just cringe when I hear my friends talk about how both of them go together for everything in life. It is so impractical and given your limited time after work, you only have a few hours before going to bed to get the essentials done.

    • @denydeni144
      @denydeni144 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I would be lucky if you were my sister's husband. No kidding! I am from same part of the world as your wife, just across the border with Serbia and my sis lives in UK: Since she got married her husband did everything to create the space which is 24/7 reserved exclusively for them and their kid. Nobody, including my family is allowed there, so I do not see her so much and we were very close whole life. :( I think you got it. Needless to say, she stopped visiting, even though she is in Europe. Just keep being normal and thanks for sharing your story. Mine is bit sad, sorry.

    • @sonicmoj1
      @sonicmoj1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@denydeni144 I'm sorry to hear about your situation :( Hopefully things change in the future and you are able to see your sister and not treated as some visitor that needs prior approval access (typical Western culture). I have been completely immersed by my wife's culture and really admire the Eastern European mindset. As you know EE are open, direct, caring but very independent when needed and that is such a breath of fresh air.

    • @denydeni144
      @denydeni144 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sonicmoj1 Thank you. The irony is that he is not from west. Sorry as I forgot to mention that they are both from same or precisely neighbouring countries but that is not really any difference.

    • @sonicmoj1
      @sonicmoj1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@denydeni144 I understand. It can happen from anyone in any country.

    • @bobbear4437
      @bobbear4437 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      everyone is different you're projecting your values onto others

  • @nickandersonco
    @nickandersonco ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This is such a sweet little journey you're sharing with us. Have a good time with your family :)

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Nicholas 🙏🏼❤️

    • @BlacktulipSF
      @BlacktulipSF ปีที่แล้ว

      DONT PAY!! People, this channel is a confirmed russian state sponsored channel which is part of russian Stratcom or other influencing programms. You are fooled by fake innocence, sweetness, openness etc. The intention of those programms is 'Truth Decay'. Slowly, gently they are eroding the outside opinion within the oponents community. So dont pay any attention, never give any information and DONT PAY. (look it up yourself). You see many of these so called trolls out here with exact the same story. Natasha, Nikki, etc.

  • @beachnmountains
    @beachnmountains ปีที่แล้ว

    Heartwarming video!

  • @carolethurlow9550
    @carolethurlow9550 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad you arrived safely. Have a lovely time with your family. Stay safe. 🐱 X

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Carole ❤️

  • @donnasanchez395
    @donnasanchez395 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hope and pray that everything will be alright with Grandma!

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Donna ❤️

  • @mynameispaul0530
    @mynameispaul0530 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You will never regret going to see your family. Awesome video. 👍

  • @thetriotravelfamily
    @thetriotravelfamily ปีที่แล้ว

    Love to see the hug from grannie awwww she must have missed you a LOT. And wow you made this trip alone .woohoo. 💕

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much 🙏🏼❤️

  • @amauryegazarain3890
    @amauryegazarain3890 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you saw your grand mother, I cried ! Thank you for another great video.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad you enjoyed it Amaury! ❤️🙏🏼

  • @matthewvincent5034
    @matthewvincent5034 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is so close to my story too. Im dating a russian girl. I am a british guy. She is the most beautiful caring girl i have ever met. And i feel your pain. Whenever she goes home to visit her gran i miss her so much. Unlike yourselves i havent had the privelige to visit russia yet. But i look foward to it. I really love your contents.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Matt! If her name is Yuliya too then that would be crazy 😀❤️

    • @matthewvincent5034
      @matthewvincent5034 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MattandJulia Her name is anna. She is from stavrapol

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Lots of love to both of you ❤️❤️❤️

  • @kenweiss8565
    @kenweiss8565 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm glad your relationship with Matt is still strong. The title worried me! These times away can build the motivation to work through all other problems and have a good life. I hope your family at home is healthy and safe. Best wishes and prayers!

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Ken ❤️

  • @mainoffender27
    @mainoffender27 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stumbled across your channel today, with the coldest city in the world video, and it took me till this second video to realize I'd seen you before. I thought you were such a lovely person no GBBO, and this confirms it. Will try not to binge all this newfound content at once.

  • @davidholden4543
    @davidholden4543 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Much love ❤️ and respect to both of you.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you David, lots of love to you ❤️

  • @pauljmeyer1
    @pauljmeyer1 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was amazed at the professionalism of this production and found myself emotionally caught by its spontaneity.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Paul! 🙏🏼❤️

  • @nickthomas181
    @nickthomas181 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Sending your family much love from the North Of England all the way to Siberia, boy did I cry when you left Matt at the station. As they say, absence makes the heart grow fonder.

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Nick ❤️ It was one of the most difficult things we have done as a couple 😣

  • @johnconnery1939
    @johnconnery1939 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, love is always the most important thing in life.

  • @cherylsalinas1548
    @cherylsalinas1548 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh my goodness. You had me crying from the very beginning. I know the feeling because I live so far away from all of my family. They are spread across the US and I don’t see them very often. I know that your heart is torn because you are without Matt. Stay safe and enjoy your family time. Life is too short. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Cheryl, so sorry to hear that you live so far from your loved ones too, sending you lots of love ❤️❤️❤️

  • @pammiller1985
    @pammiller1985 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh Julia and Matt! Y’all are so cute and loving! I cried for you separating at train station! I was so anxious to see what happened next I stayed on the edge of my seat the entire video! It was so good to see your gran and sister again! And yes, sometimes you just need to go home! ❤ can’t wait to see more!

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much Pam! ❤️

    • @stankythecat6735
      @stankythecat6735 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I felt that moment at the station also … it was so raw and honest .

  • @Larrymarx
    @Larrymarx ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Matt and Juila, *Going back to Russia. Alone.* has to be one of the most intense and emotional video for me to watch. I can just imagine the pulling of the heart strings for you and Matt must have been kind of crazy... Seeing your sister, brother and grandma I know probably did you a world of good... Peace and Love to you both and May God guide you two always... LM

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Larry ❤️🙏🏼

    • @Larrymarx
      @Larrymarx ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MattandJulia And may God Bless Your Family & Matt's.. †

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ❤️❤️❤️

  • @margaritasun7908
    @margaritasun7908 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice decision Julia!!!! Grannies & Families are still important !!! You can enjoy more of your future travels after you spent precious time with Granny. 💞

    • @MattandJulia
      @MattandJulia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much Margarita ❤️

  • @markhooper4532
    @markhooper4532 ปีที่แล้ว

    Winnie Wallace.... We are none of us that different are we Julia...We love and hold our family dear. Many thanks to you for making this vlog. Take care and stay safe.Ill be watching.