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«45 лет шла к тому, чтобы стать колхозницей. И горжусь этим». Минчанка уехала и…
На аккаунт Марии в тиктоке подписано более 30 тысяч человек, в Инстаграме она имеет около 56 тысяч подписчиков.
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Minsk Woman Transforms Life, Builds Home and Furniture Business in Belarusian Village
A remarkable story of resilience and reinvention has emerged from Belarus, where a woman identified as 'Mari' has transformed her life from urban professional to rural artisan. Previously living in Minsk, Mari harbored a dream of a country home. What began as a personal aspiration soon evolved into a five-year journey of self-taught construction and craftsmanship after her initial plans for a partner-built home shifted. Mari candidly shares her experience, stating, "Builders missed deadlines, so I mastered the screwdriver. They cut corners, so I picked up a router." This hands-on approach led her to construct a home, create a pond, and establish a small farm with chickens, peacocks, and even Czechoslovakian wolfdogs. At 45, Mari embarked on a new chapter, turning her acquired skills into a thriving business. She now crafts unique furniture, including chairs with custom designs, which are popular both within Belarus and internationally. "It's not just furniture; each piece has a story," she explains, highlighting the personal touch in her work. Her journey serves as an inspiration, demonstrating that "after 40, life is not over; sometimes, it's just beginning." Mari's story underscores the potential for profound personal and professional growth through embracing new challenges and passions.
