This is a nicely written article. I feel such empathy for you and your situation. I also wish the war would end.

I wish more people (not just you or even you in particular) would see the other side in the same way as you are asking us to see you and your world.

Russia is close to ending the siege of Donetsk city. It has been shelled nearly constantly since 2014. The people there feel the same way as you, just 8 years longer.

I hope the day comes soon when both Russians and Ukrainians say enough toe the bloodshed and death and negotiate a peace based on the real needs and fears of both sides.