The winter of 2026 has already become known as one of the coldest in recent years. Frosts, lingering cold, high heating bills, and the feeling that "this hasn't happened in a long time." And it's true - the last time Ukraine experienced comparable cold was 2017. Almost nine years have passed.

The short answer is yes, but with some caveats. And for many, this isn't a "normal life," but a constant balance between what's necessary and what's desirable.

Advanced training: a necessity or a beautiful illusion? Lately, I've been finding myself thinking more and more: do we really need to constantly improve our skills?

Sometimes even the harshest man shows his bright side, right? 🌿

What Makes Me Respond to a Man Right Away

I laugh every single day! I just don't need to create chaos or involve myself in other people's chaos to feel alive!

She exhausted herself trying to solve my dad's problems, even problems that weren't really problems yet but might become problems someday!

If it comes too easily, it won't last the winter."

Not the fancy restaurants or the big romantic gestures.

They didn't actually want to understand - they wanted me to either agree with them or give them material to criticize. And I kept falling for it, thinking if I just explained better, they'd get it.

There's something almost spiritual about preparing food with care and attention. 🍲

Because I think Catholics get a really unfair reputation about this, and honestly, it bothers me. 🙄

Not their words, not their promises - their hands. What they build, what they tend, what they're willing to work for.

Everyone immediately reaches for their phone or turns on something or starts random small talk.

the main thing is to start💋

There has been snow in Kyiv for almost a month now, I didn't understand before why children are so happy about snow and adults don't like it 🫠🥶

I’m Irina, 36, a cosmetologist from Ukraine. I love life, people, beauty, and meaningful relationships filled with joy and emotions.

I’m Anna, 40, living in Spain. A creative woman with green eyes, a kind soul, and a dream to share life with a mature, caring man.

I’m Marina, 40. A woman with a kind heart, a little business, and big dreams. I believe happiness is made of warmth, honesty, and shared moments.

🌸 I always thought being kind meant never saying no, never disappointing anyone, always putting others first.