I am an avid reader and especially like 19th century English literature and Russian literature. I also am a beginning knitter and beginning crocheter. I grew up in the Midwestern State of Illinois in the United States and received my BA in Economics from the University of Chicago. I like cats and have one tabby cat and a Weimaraner dog who are both very sweet and good-tempered.I enjoy going to different ethnic restaurants with my husband. I am active in my church; I am an Orthodox Christian and sing in the choir. I also like cooking and baking, especially baking bread. I am a vegetarian a