Maslenitsa is not just the arrival of spring, but bidding farewell to winter and all its frosts, blizzards, and earmuff hats. After all, Maslenitsa is like the last chance to bask in the sun before it decides it’s time to get down to more serious work.

Let’s start with the tradition of pancakes. It may seem like, what could be better than pancakes? They’re not only delicious but generously coated with butter, burning your fingers, yet you still love eating them. During Maslenitsa, pancakes are a symbol of the Sun, and that’s how we explain why they are round and golden. It’s like the “sunglasses” of the food world.

As for the festivities, they’re full of fun and laughter! Snow hills, sleigh rides, and the burning of the effigy — all these rituals remind us that even though winter is frozen, it still has its charm. And if you can’t ride a sleigh, you can always have a shovel race — winter traditions are never canceled!

So let’s combine traditions with good spirits, not forget to enjoy tasty food, have some fun, and of course, approach spring with optimism!