Life in the USSR

Edie Ulatoski, General Joe’s "better half," will share the other side of their story, what was it like to be married to an assistant Army attaché in the former Soviet Union during the Cold War and raise their family behind the Iron Curtain, living in the American Embassy in Moscow. Edie will tell her story at 4 pm on Sunday, May 6th at the Blue Heron Arts Center as part of the Telling Stories: A Speaker Series By and About Vashon Locals to benefit Vashon Community Care.

Come hear how Edie, who was born and raised in a small town in Nebraska during the dust bowl, ended up helping as Joe’s partner, observing the capabilities of the Soviet military. We’ll hear how Edie and Joe raised their two small girls behind the walls of the America Embassy in Moscow, travelled throughout the former Soviet Union, staying in ‘bugged’ hotel rooms, where available, during the height of the Cold War. These promise to be fascinating life stories.

Come join us to hear Edie’s story, Sunday, May 6th at 4 pm at the Blue Heron Arts Center. All proceeds benefit the residents and programs of Vashon Community Care. Ticket sales are by donation and are available at Vashon Book Shop or Vashon Community Care. The Telling Stories Speaker Series is made possible by a generous donation from the estate of David W. and Catharine A. Carr.