kent colin, well said, i think every one is a little nervous of a new comer............i wouldnt say that just cos she is russian, really means alot . I would hope she is a woman in her own right and i hope you get on famously........not to say be a bit cautious though. You really dont have to welcome her in any way other than what suits you at the time, you know her better than the rest of us so ' you' as an individual will know how to great her. as i said before 'hello ' and maybe a hug!! good luck colin hope its an enlightening experience . : )