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I'm so glad to finally share my story with someone who's willing to listen! My name is Helena, but most people call me Lena for short. I'm 30 years old now and it feels surreal to think about how far I've come in life.
Growing up wasn't easy for me. I was born into a poor family with parents who struggled to make ends meet. We lived on the outskirts of town where resources were scarce, but my parents' love for me made all the difference in making our lives bearable.
As a child, I found solace in books and nature. The forest near our home became like an extension of myself – it was where I could escape from reality, collect wildflowers, and learn new things about the world around me. Books allowed me to travel far beyond the limits of my tiny village and discover magical worlds that ignited my imagination.
My parents were both incredibly hardworking individuals who instilled in me a strong work ethic and sense of determination. They sacrificed everything for us kids, teaching us how to appreciate what little we had. My mom was an incredible cook, always whipping up delicious meals from scratch using whatever ingredients she could find locally. Her love for cooking rubbed off on me, as I'm now skilled at whipping up tasty dishes using my own creative touch.
In school, I met my best friend, a brilliant and resourceful girl named Sophia. She introduced me to the world of art – painting, drawing, pottery, you name it!
