I got my certificate as specialist in assisting schoolchildren during difficult situations. It was sophisticated training because I had to immediately apply this knowledge in practice during air raids
Mar. 21
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Spent time at the dacha trimming tree branches. Funny enough, I actually learned how to use a saw properly. My hands are tired, but it feels good to learn something practical and do real work outside
Mar. 15
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Air raid siren today. Little pupil had a full-blown panic attack. Soaked in tears, shaking uncontrollably. Took ages to calm her down, holding her tight. My heart aches for these children.
Mar. 03
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It's been four years since the invasion of Ukraine began, and these days I usually spend time volunteering. This year is no exception, and I'll be running a volunteer project.
Feb. 23
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Love is not only about being strong for someone, but also about allowing yourself to be vulnerable especially in moments of weakness, like when you’re ill, as I am now
Feb. 13
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I returned to work at a school where the pupils had forgotten everything they'd learned, frequent air raid sirens. The typical school routine I'd already gotten out of the habit of.
Feb. 06
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I dug trenches in the snow so the repair truck could reach the village and fix the power lines. Is there anything I can’t do? Probably yes - I just haven’t discovered what it is yet.
Jan. 29
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If I can't do something, I can learn quickly.
Today, for the first time in my life, I stood behind a snow blower and set the village streets free from snow. I succeeded
Jan. 14
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I can handle more than an axe, pitchfork, or hammer. Today I used a crowbar to break ice by the entrance, so my disabled neighbor could get out safely without slipping
Jan. 08
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One little boy, usually shy and withdrawn, opened up today during our activity. I realized that understanding their emotions can change everything in the classroom
Jan. 01
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I’m starting courses in psychological support for small children to make my teaching more effective. It’s so important to protect and help those who are most vulnerable
Dec. 30
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