The Sechka family lives in an old, one-roomed house in a rural area of the Sarny region, western Ukraine.
Mykhailo, aged 40, and his wife Nadiya, aged 31, diligently strive to support their family, facing significant challenges as three of their five children cope with severe disabilities. One of their daughters experiences complete mobility impairment. The children's health issues mean that they need continual medical examinations, check-ups, and treatment, all of which cost money.
Mykhailo used to work in forestry, but when the war began, many areas were mined, and forest extraction was reduced. Mykhailo's wages were cut back to the point where he had to quit. He now focuses on farming and raises cows, pigs, geese, and poultry. His children assist him with the farm work. They have a wonderful example in their persistent, caring, and hardworking parents.
Mykhailo must cultivate a large amount of land to grow forage for the animals, vegetables, and grain for the family. He was using an old tractor that he bought 15 years ago. The tractor is 50 years old and requires constant repair. Mykhailo says he had to fix it after every workday, but eventually, it wasn't worth the expense. Since then, the old tractor has turned into a playground for the children.
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