24 March/6 April 1914

Anybody would think we might have a few days off from our lessons while we are here in Livadia. But our tutors are merciless!

When Monsieur Gilliard and Professor Petrov at last dismissed us today, Papa took us for a very long walk. We met some Turkish-speaking Tatar women who dye their hair with henna and hide their faces behind long veils. I think someday I’ll dye my hair bright red and wear a veil and no one will know who I am. Won’t Mama be appalled!