“I really love my small, colorful city. At one time, I worked as a tutor—I helped children prepare for lessons. It gave me great pleasure; interacting with children filled me with energy. Back then, I first thought that I might not be a bad teacher after all, but… now I’m a housewife, and most of my time belongs to my small, dear grandchildren. I have always loved drawing, embroidery, knitting, and everything else related to art. From time to time, I also write songs—just the way I bustle about in the kitchen… Probably one day my songs will leave the walls of the kitchen. I’m an optimist. I’m always thinking about a better future. I love communicating with young people. I love new things and I’m always searching. I love wandering around the internet, looking for news. That’s it…“