Childhood in poverty in a modest village. I was the eldest in a family grappling with poverty. Our cottage, weathered and patched, was a sanctuary of resilience. From a young age, I shouldered responsibilities—tending our garden, caring for my younger siblings. Our meals were simple, often meager. Yet, amidst hardship, there was a bond woven by love and shared endurance. Each day taught me resilience, humility, and the power of family.