In the dim glow of a flickering flame, life hums quietly inside this humble kitchen, where the air carries the scent of smoke and simmering dreams. Bent low over the fire, a woman stokes the embers with practiced hands, her movements deliberate and tender as the fire crackles to life. She crouches close, her bright floral shawl catching the faint glow, as shadows dance along the earthen walls. Behind her, another figure—wrapped in layers of warmth and care—moves with ease, arranging bundles of sticks and shifting pots with an unspoken rhythm. The room is filled with tools of necessity: steel vessels reflect the dim light, plastic jars hold rice and flour, and a green bowl sits as a silent sentinel on the makeshift shelf. Scattered throughout are little treasures—small utensils, a bottle of oil, a packet of spices—all waiting to add flavor to the family’s meal. The room itself bears the marks of a life built on resilience. Walls made of mud and bamboo tell stories of effort, while a bicycle leans casually in the corner, hinting at errands yet to come. Firewood piles high in one corner, a promise of warmth for today and tomorrow.