Speaking of Russian

I made it through the beginning Russian class alive. It was overwhelming at times, but so worth every second. I've learned so much, particularly about Russian grammar. But I still don't feel like I'm even close to comfortable with the language. I don't think I could have a conversation in Russian, even a simple one. I need to practice, which is difficult. I don't know a ton of people who speak Russian, and those I do know are busy with life. I also feel like I'd do better if I were constantly doing Russian homework. But we don't get much homework because its a community ed class and the homework we do doesn't get graded. Next week I start the intermediate class. I'm excited to learn more. Hopefully a lot more vocabulary and lots more practice with grammar. The best way I feel I'll be able to practice is obviously to go somewhere Russian speaking. I'm working on that. Fingers crossed that it works out!