02/27/2026
We woke up at 4 AM and walked out onto the frozen expanse of Lake Ilmen, and the cold was brutal in the dark! π₯Άπ·πΊ
But watching that unbelievable sunrise completely alone on the ice made the freezing toes 100% worth it. There is something so peaceful about the sound of crunching snow and grinding ice while the rest of the world is asleep.
The perfect end to the morning was bringing the fresh catch home and making a huge pot of traditional Russian Ucha (fish soup)βwhich the wives definitely appreciated! π₯£π
Would you brave the freezing dark for a morning like this, or are you strictly staying inside by the heater? Let us know below! π