Day 21: Patriotism Day

Each country is extremely patriotic. I mean, you have to be! That country is your roots, your soul, the very essence of you. Right?
Today, I was encouraged to explore other countries' ways of celebrating their patriotism. I chose Russia, because I'm a bit of a Russophile. See, I had this amazing piano teacher for four years, Yana, who was Russian. She said that in her home country, everyone was so passionate. You treated your hobbies as you would your school studies. She was also a very graceful person, in every way possible. The way she carried herself was very admirable. I have quite a few Russian friends who tried to teach me the language and exposed me to a lot of the culture.
So by choosing Russia, I did a bit of research. I read some Pasternak, listened to the great Mrs. Spektor, and waved a Russian flag around like an idiot.
Good day. I ate some nice Russian candy and enjoyed pretending to be a passionate, strong-willed, intense Russian. Oh, stereotypes...
 до свидания, my friends!