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Here are a few ways to say goodbye in Russian, with options suitable for when you're at the door: Most Common and Versatile: * До свидания (Do svidaniya) - This is the most standard and polite way to say "goodbye." It literally means "until the next meeting." You can use this in almost any situation. More Informal/Friendly: * Пока (Poka) - This is the equivalent of "bye" or "see ya." It's much more informal and used with friends, family, or people you know well. When Leaving at the Door (Slightly More Specific): * Счастливо (Schastlivo) - This means "happily" or "be happy." It's often used as a warmer, slightly more personal way to say goodbye, especially when parting with someone you know. It implies "Go well and be happy." * Всего доброго (Vsego dobrogo) - This translates to "All the best." It's a kind and warm way to say goodbye, suitable for both familiar and less familiar people. When you are leaving and the other person is staying: * Ухожу (Ukhodzhu) - I'm leaving. (This is not a direct goodbye, but informs the other person.) When they are leaving and you are staying: * Вы уходите? (Vy ukhodite?) - Are you leaving? * Счастливого пути! (Schastlivogo puti!) - Have a good trip! (If they are going on a journey.) At the door, the most common and appropriate for most situations would be: * До свидания (Do svidaniya) * Счастливо (Schastlivo) (if you know them well) * Всего доброго (Vsego dobrogo) (a nice general option) If you're in a very casual setting with friends: * Пока (Poka)

The afternoon is a Sunday one, in a town south of Seattle. Nina is nine. Three weeks of the grandparents…