Could it get worse?
Under the double blow of the epidemic and tensions, the lives of many Myanmar people have become extremely difficult. Many people say that Myanmar is the "darkest hour" at this time, but some people are worried that "it will be worse"?
What the future holds, we don't know. But in difficult situations, everyone who strives is worth seeing. Today, we take to the streets to see how the underclass of Myanmar have survived these difficult times. Perhaps, their stories will bring some inspiration to you who are in trouble.
The 62-year-old sells buns, his shoulders are red and black scars, crying and comforting himself, he will get better
U Kyaing Win, a 62-year-old man, sells buns at a street stall. I was reluctant to buy a car, so I carried a bun on my shoulder every day to sell. Over time, a deep reddish-black mark was left on his shoulder. The old man said that every day his shoulders hurt, but there was no way, he had to live.
A grain of dust of the times, falling on an individual is a mountain. The burden of life weighed heavily on the old man's body, but he was still gritting his teeth and insisting. Seeing the child who came out to pick up the garbage, he couldn't help but want to help the child. He said that although he did not have a good life, he could not see the suffering of others.
The old man said that due to the impact of the epidemic and tensions, the business has been greatly affected, and sometimes there is no income for a day. I know that I am working hard, but life is still very hard. As he spoke, the old man couldn't help but choke up, and finally shed tears. But after the tears, the old man still smiled and encouraged himself, life will be better, come on!
The 78-year-old sells toys on the streets and doesn't want sympathy and handouts from others
U Mya Thaung, 78, sells traditional handmade toys on the streets. The old man used to be a teacher and sold traditional handmade toys to make ends meet in retirement, and has been around for 30 years now. He used scrap items to modify toys and sell them on the streets. He said that although he is older, he also wants to support himself through his own efforts and does not want the sympathy and charity of others.
Gray-haired old men sitting on the street are particularly conspicuous. A stool, a red pocket, a plate, a few toys, this is the tool for the old man to survive. In the crowded streets, few people will notice the old man with a small stall, in order to attract the attention of passers-by, the old man will play with the toy in his hand at any time and show people the fun of this toy. When asked by passers-by, he told it sincerely, never forced to buy and sell.
No matter how hot the weather is, the elderly wear masks strictly. He said that we must protect ourselves and others. The old man's face was kind and his eyes were real. Although he is already 78 years old, he still chooses to be self-reliant and does not rely on anyone, which makes people can't help but feel sad. Looking at the old man, I always can't help but think of the old man at home...
The 68-year-old sells ice cream to feed his mother, bitter but proud
U Htun Yin, 68, who has been selling ice cream on the streets for almost 30 years, has been selling ice cream to support himself while supporting his old mother.
The old man will carry a bell every day out of the stall, sit on the side of the road to ring the bell and shout to attract passers-by. He said that in the previous period, the business was very bad, but he had to support his family, so he gritted his teeth and insisted on making a stall every day. During this time, the weather was hot and the business was slightly better. Sometimes selling ice cream for 15,000 kyats makes a profit of 5,000 kyats.
As he spoke, the old man looked proud. Although the road of life is arduous, he has worked hard step by step, relying on his own hands. The weather was hot, he was eager to hand Xiaobian an ice cream, this kindness came unexpectedly, Xiaobian suddenly had a sour nose. The old man is not easy, Xiaobian did not want to trouble the old man, but he insisted repeatedly, Xiaobian reached out to take the ice cream. Taste it, it's so sweet!
Disabled men are self-reliant in repair shops to support themselves and their families
Ko Kyaw Kyaw, 37, a disabled person, suffered from an accident when he was a child and his legs were not as thick as his arms, making it impossible to walk upright. Life was hard, but he never gave up. If you can't walk, just take a tricycle and get yourself moving. To support himself and his family, he opened a bicycle repair shop 25 years ago, earning little but barely making ends meet.
Life kissed him bitterly, but he sang in return. Because of his disability, Ko Kyaw Kyaw inevitably suffers from cold and strange glances, but he can always laugh it off. The road to making money is not easy, but he has a firm look in his eyes and never gives up.
The 79-year-old tricycle driver doesn't want to beg for someone else
U Myint Maung, a 79-year-old tricycle driver on the streets of Yangon, is almost out of his teeth at an old age, but he is still in good health. The old man, whose face and hands are wrinkled, insists on riding a tricycle out every day, shuttling through the streets and alleys of Yangon to serve those in need.
The old man doesn't like to laugh much in his daily life, but the perseverance he shows is convincing. He supported himself and his wife on the tricycle, saying he couldn't reach out and beg for someone else, and he could support himself with his hands.
At the same time, the old man likes to read very much on weekdays, and when he has nothing to do, he takes out the book to read. He said that reading books can make his heart more calm and fulfilling.
Comedians sell dried fish to pay for medical expenses, love to read, and still love art
Paw Lay is a Myanmar comedian. Although he was once an actor, it is well known that the burmese actor's income is not high, coupled with his advanced age, Paw Lay is almost in a state of retirement. After falling ill, Paw Lay had to rely on selling some dried fish to pay for his medicine.
He said that although he did a small business, the dried fish he chose were all of good quality dried fish. Life is hard, but you can't deceive others. At the same time, due to rising prices, other merchants have increased their prices to sell dried fish, but Paw Lay has always maintained the original price and has not increased the price of sales.
When he was bored, Paw Lay would also read books. He said that although his life was not satisfactory, it did not prevent him from loving art and loving performance.
At the same time, there are chefs who have won gold medals in the competition to sell barbecues on the street, female high school students at Yangon University sell books on the street, students who can't continue to go to school and sell milk tea on the street, and Burmese brothers who return from their studies in Thailand but can't afford to open a restaurant...
Day after day, year after year, they choose to work hard and use a rush to protect themselves and their families! They are all fighters who still choose to fight unremittingly in the face of adversity, ordinary and great. And you, who are reading the article and still haven't given up, are also heroes and amazing people.
May we shine in the years when we cannot see each other, may peace be restored to Myanmar at an early date, and may our tomorrow be better.
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