If Elena Lukhonina were asked whether her family is happy, she probably wouldn’t be able to answer that question unambiguously. Happiness and grief, sadness and fun have always walked hand in hand in her life. Elena, as best she could, protected her loved ones from misfortune—she made peace, consoled, and helped them endure losses. Even in her youth she understood one thing: there is always a choice. Life is like a crossroads, and only at the end of the journey will it become clear whether you went down the right road.