My name is Boris and yes ... (seeing that my name often gives it away) I happen to be Russian (actually Ukrainian to be exact). I moved from Kiev, Ukraine to Los Angeles at age of 12 and have resided in sunny So Cal ever since. (for those not familiar with Eastern Europe - Ukraine is a country nesstled between post communist Russia (CCCP baby!) and soon to be EU powers Poland, Hungary and Romania (plus a few other Slavic nations ... lol).
So in 1991, I moved to L.A. with my family (parental units and lil' sis) and have lived in Hollywood, San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys. My family plays a large part in my life, both in a motivational and supportive sense. With their support I have been able to achieve the goals that I have set for myself thus far. I guess its safe to say that a part of me remains securely Euro - family comes first. Yet, friends don't finish far in second either ...
Maybe it is just me (or the fact that I have lived in L.A. one days too many) but it is often hard to find people in this city that are real, honest, genuine and caring (Tinseltown effect?). Hence, I am glad and thankful to have a strong and supportive circle of diverse friends (know as United Nations) with whom I have shared my ups, downs, highs (no pun intended...lol) and lows. Spasibo! (see I told you its spelled with an O).
Hmmm ... about me. Welps, I view myself as a fun, easy going, drama-free-and-loving-it type of person. (Although just like shyte (thats spelled Shit in American) ... drama happens ... so I at least try not to step in it). Be it the Virgo in me or some other demon that possesses me, I am very goal oriented, which in turn at times makes me a work-a-holic [perks of the working world I guess]. Currently I work as a registered nurse (insert own fave line from "Meet the Fockers" here) in a Cardiac/Thoracic Intensive Care Unit at Cedars Sinai Hospital (ya ya ... the one where all the celebrities go to get better ... Why oh why did Pamela Anderson have to get Hep C?) Not going to bore you here with details of my job, but for those interested - curriculum vitae and references available upon request.
In my times away from the corp slave master (spelled ... "The Man"), I enjoy hanging out with my friends and meeting genuine, interesting and easy-going people. My biggest interest and hobby (or addiction) is travel. I really enjoy visiting places I have not been to before and exploring what those destinations have to offer (especially internationally). I think that by traveling the world one is able to get a broader perspective on life, as well as truly appreciate the things we in the States take for granted. With that said, any and all input on destinations for the "Must Visit Before Dying" list are welcomed.
Mkay ... any more info and this will turn into a double spaced, college ruled essay, so will quit while ahead.
