Russia; Why Horde Gold?

MOSCOW — Russia’s gold reserves grew by 14 percent in 2016 to 1,614.3 metric tons, the Bank of Russia said on Friday. “The amount of monetary gold in Russia’s international reserves grew by 14.7 percent [199 tonnes] and totals 51.9 million troy ounces [1,614.27 tonnes], the financial regulator said in a report. Many argue that

A Good Birthday…

It was a good day in the Tiny Russian Village… Vova made a rabbit stew for my birthday and Svetochka gave me some perfect gifts and even Facebook people sent some greetings. Svetochka has given me a helpful break from walking Boza constantly and I enjoyed my birthday.. Having Sveta around makes any day perfect…