The changing moment in my life. For the first time since I have been searching for my life's partner, I have found the help I have needed. Many agencies are available now supposedly to help men in their search. I truly believe Oksana's is one of the few that is dedicated to help people find each other in this vast world we live in. I have been to Russia; St. Petersburg, Moscow, Ekaterinburg and Dnetpropetrovsk, Ukaine on visits over the past 6 years. Many of the agencies wanted to introduce you to their ladies and really it felt to me they were more worried about the success of the agency vice the couples future together. I was engaged to a Russian lady but the age difference and life's goals changes gradually led to failure over a two year period of time from the first letter until the relationship ended. I have been searching since then for that same type of woman; one who places family above herself and truly seeks love in her life. In the Kazakhstan women I see this. From the first moment I landed in Kazakhstan, I was greeted personally by Oksana's staff and taken to the hotel. They kept me busy and everyday helped to meet every need of myself and others in their search. From visits to the zoo, Almaty's beautiful historical centers, majestic mountain views to an unforgettable experience at the Medeo ice skating rink (our bus driver went too far down a hill to turn around and we had to help push the bus back up a hill). The personal introductions, socials, and just an amazing amount of effort on their part helped me learn things about myself that I had never realized. As in human nature, skepticism is normal but I assure you after your first day, you will truly see what is Oksana's main goal: to help you find the right woman in your life. Because of my past experiences I am cautious, but never at any time did Oksana or any of her staff give me any reason to doubt their sincerity. In fact, I came to see my translator as a friend and someone who really wanted me to find the right person. Even though I did not find the right person on this first trip, I came to see what I needed to better prepare myself. Do not count on the correspondence to be your sure person for your life. While a couple of the people I was on tour with achieved success in this, many achieved their success meeting at the socials. Learn Russian phrases and words. I knew a little Russian but since not all ladies know English, this didn't help much. I was unprepared because my previous Russian fiancee was a translator and I expected too much in the communication area. Your translator can only be as good as you are able to use her to ask questions and to help in communication. Don't be afraid to ask personal questions, but of course be respectful, these ladies are looking for their life's partner and are very open in their communication. Learn as much as you can about the lady at each meeting and don't be afraid about choosing another woman if things do not work out with the one you are with. Be polite but make the best of both of yours time. They are adults and prefer you not to waste their time either for they are taking off of work early or sometimes missing whole days of work to see you. Learn a little about the culture and history so you can talk to them on an intellectual level. I hoped this helps someone who plans a trip or is still wondering about Oksana's service. All I can say is be prepared for the changing moment in your life, she can make it happen if you are ready to meet and take the step towards sharing life with that special lady. "Bob Sangrey" (sangreyb@charter.net)