Marina is from Neshcheretove, a small village in the Luhansk region. Her husband and son both defend Ukraine in the ranks of the Armed Forces. When Russian troops invaded the territory of Ukraine in 2022, her life changed forever. Nesheretove was under occupation. It was a real nightmare for Maryna. russian soldiers were looking for those who could resist, and especially those who were related to the Ukrainian army. The russians searched the village. They often visited Maryna. Her house was searched several times, looking for her husband and son, but she managed to avoid suspicion. The occupiers also did not allow Maryna to leave the village for a long time.